South Africa

Scorpaena scrofa ?Alternative name:
Red Scorpionfish
Scorpaena scrofa

July: Peak spawning season, activity at its highest, fish begin laying eggs.

Photo Fishing Cooking

Venomous spines dangerous. Found in the Mediterranean and Black Seas. Used in traditional coastal dishes.

Inhabits rocky and reef areas. Has venomous spines on fins.

Bottom fishing and trolling Fishing with live bait and lures near rocky bottoms Boat fishing in coastal waters

Mostly active at night. Hides among rocks and corals.

13 July 2025 Good bite

14 July 2025 Great bite

15 July 2025 Good bite

16 July 2025 Great bite

17 July 2025 Great bite

18 July 2025 Good bite

19 July 2025 Good bite

Handle carefully due to venomous spines. Meat is firm, tasty, white. Delicacy after removing venomous parts.

Fillet: Frying, baking
Whole fish: Fish soup, stewing

Fried red scorpionfish with herbs (Frying)
Fry fillet with garlic and lemon

1. Season fillet with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
2. Fry until golden brown.

Red scorpionfish fish soup (Ukha) (Boiling)
Rich flavor with distinctive aroma

1. Boil fish with vegetables for 30 minutes.
2. Add spices and herbs.