Biology

Rolando Gonzalez

25 February, 05:28

Lionfish have become an invasive species since their introduction into the Atlantic Ocean, where they have few natural predators due to their venomous spines and quick reproduction. They feed voraciously on native reef fish and mollusks, negatively impacting coral reef biodiversity. How can scientists further investigate the characteristics and impact of lionfish in order to develop potential solutions to this issue?

Capture lionfish and study their spines in a laboratory

Study the lionfish in their natural habitat in the Pacific Ocean

Study maps of lionfish sightings prior to 1995

Use a remotely operated underwater vehicle (ROV) to capture lionfish