In 1985, the first invasive lionfish was spotted off Florida after aquarium releases; it spread across the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico in three decades, leaving native reef fish highly vulnerable
Published on: June 29, 2026, 10:11 p.m. | Source: Times of India
Science News: Discover how the invasive lionfish, introduced to Florida in 1985, has caused ecological imbalances in Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico coral reefs by preying on native fish populations. Learn about its rapid spread and devastating effects on marine biodiversity.
