I've been around lionfish while I scuba dive in Negril. No worries.....they stay away. I've gotten real close....within a foot and never had a problem. Many places are now having fishing tournaments to help get the numbers out of control. They are good eating too! I can't remember the name of the roadside chef on the cliffs who can properly prepare it for you. Ask Bnewb. She was with me when I spoke with the man.
