Red List Status:
Least Concern
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Diet
They feed mainly on crustaceans, other invetebrates and small fish - including juveniles of their own species.
Fun fact
Adults can grow as large as 47 cm and will lives for around 10 years.
Habitat
This lionfish is native to the Indo-Pacific region, but has become an invasive species in the Caribbean Sea.
Lionfish venomous dorsal spines are used for defense. When threatened, the fish often faces its attacker in an upside-down posture which brings its spines to bear. However, its sting is usually not fatal to humans.
Animal zone
Changing Seas
Explore our new exhibit and learn all about how climate change is affecting our oceans and what this means for the animals who l
The Deep is open daily from 10am – 6pm (last entry 5pm)
Car parking is available at a cost of £3 for six hours. It can become full during school holidays – alternative car parks can be found here.
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SAT NAV (HU9 1TU) this will take you to Tower Street, Hull, the nearest main road to The Deep.
| Type of ticket | Online | On the day |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | 13.50 | 15.00 |
| Child (3 - 15) | 10.57 | 11.75 |
| Under 3s/Essential carers | FREE | FREE |
| Student*/Senior (60+) | 12.60 | 14.00 |
* Students must provide a valid NUS card or proof of age is required for school/sixth form students
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Public transport information
The Deep takes the safety and security of its staff and visitors seriously and continues to work with Counter Terrorism Police Officers to review security regimes on a regular basis.
The Deep reserves the right to carry out random bag searches at reception. To minimise delays, please avoid bringing large bags and rucksacks into the attraction.
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