The beautiful but invasive predator lionfish has gained a firm foothold in the Western Atlantic and can now be found throughout the Caribbean, down to South America and as far north as the southern end of the Chesapeake Bay. The lionfish has proven to be the worst invasive fish outbreak in recorded history of the […]
In case of a lionfish sting:
Surface safely
Remove remaining spines
Clean and disinfect wound
Control bleeding
Apply non-scalding hot water
Seek medical treatment
You can also call the Poison Control Hotline at 1-800-222-1222. The Aquatic Toxins Department is available 24 hours a day.
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Who We Are
The lionfish hunters at Lionfish.co represent sportsmen with a passion for the conservation of reef and native fishes by hunting non-native lionfish in the Western Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico.
What We Do
We promote the removal of non-native & invasive lionfish through education, outreach and direct-action hunting campaigns.
Our Mission
The total eradication of Pterois volitans (Red Lionfish) and Pterois miles (Common Lionfish or Devil Firefish) from Atlantic and Caribbean waters to protect native coral reef ecosystems, local fisheries and the people who depend on them.
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