Dactyloptena peterseni

Dactyloptena peterseni (Nyström, 1887) is a species of actinopterygii belonging to the family Dactylopteridae (order Scorpaeniformes).

Taxonomy. The scientific name Dactyloptena peterseni (Nyström, 1887) places this species within the actinopterygii lineage, among the most diverse vertebrates on Earth.

Description & ecology. As a member of Scorpaeniformes, Dactyloptena peterseni exhibits the group's characteristic adaptations: They are bottom-dwelling, often spiny and venomous 'mail-cheeked' fishes (scorpionfishes, sculpins). Its biology reflects the demands of its particular habitat and life history within the family Dactylopteridae.

Distribution. The species occurs within the natural range of its lineage; precise localities and depth preferences are documented in the taxonomic literature for Dactylopteridae.

Human relevance. Like many fishes, it may be of interest to fisheries, aquaculture, the aquarium trade, or conservation, depending on its abundance and distribution.