Can sharks eat lionfish?

Reef sharks are thought to be one of a few animals that can choke down a lionfish. To avoid the toxic spikes on its back and tail fin, said Antonio Busiello, they eat the fish starting at its mouth. read more

Filed in: Education • Tags: cormorant, eat lionfish, eel, lionfish, lionfish hunting, moray, predator, sharks, venomous, what eats lionfish About the Author: Andy Lowe Andy is a former US Navy Diver and Submariner, 20 year PADI Dive Instructor, USCG 100 ton Captain, Inventor & entrepreneur, manufacturer, Yachtbroker, skilled mechanic & electrician, and an avid hunter of lionfish. read more

The red lionfish is invading Caribbean reefs, and scientists have found predators like sharks can't keep the fish in check. The red lionfish is invading Caribbean reefs, and scientists have found predators like sharks can't keep the fish in check. read more