Red Lionfish Research Paper

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he Red Lionfish is eye catching but venomous and dangerous fish native to the west Pacific. This fish can grow up to 45cm or 17.7 inches in length. These fish are known for their beauty and their venom, they are also aggressive feeders and huge breeders. The Red Lionfish could possibly end up in the United States Atlantic Coast also the Gulf Of Mexico if the precautions are avoided. If this fish enter these waterways it would potentially end most life in the oceans and make it difficult for family and friends to go into beach waters.
The Red Lionfish is a threat because they have the power to wipe out an entire local reef community due to their aggressiveness, wide range of prey, also with their ability to survive throughout the year in right

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