{"product_id":"fuzzy-dwarf-lionfish","title":"Fuzzy Dwarf Lionfish","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Fuzzy Dwarf Lionfish, *Dendrochirus brachypterus*, is a captivating and popular member of the scorpionfish family, known for its striking appearance and relatively manageable size. Its body is adorned with elaborate, feather-like pectoral fins and venomous dorsal spines, which serve as a defense mechanism. Coloration is highly variable, ranging from shades of red, brown, and orange, often with intricate banding and mottling that provides excellent camouflage among live rock and corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA minimum aquarium size of 30 gallons is recommended for a single Fuzzy Dwarf Lionfish, providing ample space for swimming and hiding. The tank should be aquascaped with plenty of live rock to create caves and overhangs, mimicking its natural reef environment. While generally peaceful towards tankmates too large to be considered prey, they are predatory and will consume smaller fish and invertebrates. Therefore, careful consideration should be given to tankmate selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the home aquarium, the Fuzzy Dwarf Lionfish typically reaches a size of 6 to 7 inches. They are ambush predators and require a diet of meaty foods. Initially, they may need to be trained to accept frozen foods. Offer a varied diet of high-quality frozen mysis shrimp, enriched brine shrimp, and small pieces of marine fish or shrimp. Feed sparingly, as overfeeding can lead to health issues. Due to their venomous spines, caution should be exercised when handling or performing maintenance in the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dendrochirus brachypterus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-Aggressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not Reef Safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indo-Pacific\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Adult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Discover Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":53075831324961,"sku":"TT-6275-S","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":53075831357729,"sku":"TT-6275-M","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":53075831390497,"sku":"TT-6275-L","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0893\/4044\/4961\/files\/Fuzzy-Dwarf-Lionfish-7.jpg?v=1784976985","url":"https:\/\/discoveraquaticsshop.com\/products\/fuzzy-dwarf-lionfish","provider":"Discover Aquatics Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}