Our Gulf of Mexico is being invaded by a small conquering warrior. The lion fish is now found in virtually all parts of our beautiful part of the ocean. They started breeding in the warm waters off the east coast of Florida. Their life entered our ocean after hurricane Andrew shattered the aquariums they were living in. They have now found their way down to the Florida keys and up to our part of the gulf. They are an invasive species that prey on the baby redfish, grouper and other big game fish babies. We are now starting to consume them, and I have heard they are quite tasty once you get past the poisonous fins. Divers have rodeos where the object is to kill as many as possible.
Invasive and delicious.
Lionfish anyone?
Warrior of the Gulf, Acrylic on shadowbox canvas,
Day 91 of the 100 days 100 paintings
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