The Leaf Scorpionfish is found in the Indo-Pacific, from the eastern coast of Africa to the Galápagos Islands (Ecuador), northwards up to the Ryukuy Islands (Japan) and Hawaii (USA), and southwards down to Australia and the Tuamotu Archipelago (French Polynesia).
The Leaf Scorpionfish swims with pectoral fins for short distances and then settles on the reef awaiting prey. Leaf Scorpionfish are noted for their large dorsal fin (on top) which tends to wave in the current and appears to potential prey as a harmless leaf.
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