Coral Reefs

are some of the most sensitive eco systems on Earth.

Threat

In the mid 80’s, a Lionfish, an invasive species, was introduced to the coral reefs of the Caribbean Sea and the USA Atlantic Ocean’s coastline, starting with Florida coastline.

Impact

Since then, the population of some of the native fish have been declining, while the population of the Lionfish has increased drastically.

Response

At this point, only a few states, universities, dive clubs, and volunteer scuba divers have developed a response plan to stop the Lionfish’s invasion. Some of the supermarkets and restaurants have started selling Lionfish.

Opportunity

Lionfish could be a delicious meal and a great supplement for other endangered fish that are part of our menu.
See Siesta Sand for more information.

Protect

Protect our Coral Reefs! Join StopLionfish.Org Today!

Lionfish Habitat

Get Up

and DO something about it!
Go Dive, Volunteer or Donate today!