Lionfish in Bonaire

April 8, 2010

The first lionfish were reported in Bonaire in October 26, 2009. We are currently in Bonaire and have already spotted 3 lionfish, on three separate dive spots. Elissa spotted them at Angel City (73′) and 1000 steps (84′). I found one today at Tori’s Reef (60′).

lionfish at angel city, bonaire
Elissa spots this lion fish on April 5th at Angel City. He’s nicely tucked under an overhang of coral, and this shot was taken at an angle to expose him.

marking the lionfish in bonaire
Elissa marks the lionfish, and we continue on our dive at Angel City.


Video of Elissa marking a lionfish at 1000 Steps.

lionfish at Tori's Reef in bonaire
And here’s the third lionfish on our trip, marked and ready for pick-up.

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