Darwin's Amazing Animals S2018E03 - Attractive Yet Poisonous - Spotfin Lionfish, Philippines

The beautiful spotfin lionfish is also known as the "Lady of the Sea". Its flashy red and white stripes and long spines extending from the body make it instantly recognizable. But don't let the graceful appearance fool you. These fish are in fact extremely poisonous. The long fins contain venom that protects them against enemies. Their hunting style is also unique. They use their fins like feet to sneak up on their prey and swallow it whole with unbelievable speed. Shot in the waters of the Philippines, this episode reveals the amazingly deceptive nature of these graceful beauties.