ClimateAugust 15, 2026

lionfish

LY-un-fish

Definition

A venomous marine fish native to the Indo-Pacific that has become an invasive species in regions like the Mediterranean, where it disrupts local ecosystems.

Etymology

The name is a compound of 'lion' and 'fish,' referring to the fish's prominent, mane-like fan of venomous spines that resemble a lion's ruff.

In the news

The article identifies the lionfish as a primary example of an invasive species that is moving into the Mediterranean, displacing native marine life and negatively impacting regional fisheries.

Climate change helps invasive species thrive in the Mediterranean

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