Author: (Peters, 1855)
FBname: Mozambique scorpionfish
Remark: Distribution of this species probably include those referring to <ii>Parascorpaena armata</i>.  Please send references.
Comments: Inhabits areas with mixed sand and rubble in reef flats, shallow lagoons, and channels.  Hides during the day, ventures out in the open at night.  Anterolateral glandular groove with venom gland (Ref. 57406). Solitary (Ref 90102).