Species
Reef Stonefish
Synanceia verrucosa
Tier 5Eating5/10light tackleQLDWANT
0 waypoints30–40 cm (max 50 cm) typical
Overview: about reef stonefish
Coral reef stonefish of northern Australia, similar to estuarine stonefish but on reef. Among the most venomous fish in the world — antivenom required if stung.
Biology: Reef Stonefish size, diet & habitat
- Habitat
- Reef
- Typical size
- 30–40 cm (max 50 cm)
- Weight
- 1–3 kg
- Depth range
- 0–30 m
- Diet
- fish, crustaceans
- Global range
- Indo-Pacific
How to target: Reef Stonefish angling strategies
Generally fished with light tackle — match gear to the conditions and the size of fish you expect.
- NEVER handle
Safety & handling
In the same waters
- potentially fatal venomous spines
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