Podothecus accipenserinus

Podothecus accipenserinus (Tilesius, 1813) is a species of actinopterygii belonging to the family Agonidae (order Scorpaeniformes).

Common name. In English this species is commonly known as the sturgeon poacher.

Taxonomy. The scientific name Podothecus accipenserinus (Tilesius, 1813) places this species within the actinopterygii lineage, among the most diverse vertebrates on Earth.

Description & ecology. As a member of Scorpaeniformes, Podothecus accipenserinus 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 Agonidae.

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

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