Pterois volitans/miles
Pterois volitans/miles
(lionfish)
Marine Fishes
Exotic

Impact ID1999
Impact TypeRecreation
Study TypeObservational
Study LocationN/A
Impact DescriptionThe State of Florida has created a lionfish removal program to encourage recreation and commercial fishers to remove lionfish for rewards.
Reference33283
Great Lakes RegionNo
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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [10/16/2024].

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