Blackstripe Lizardfish
Synodus nigrotaeniatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–30 m
- Max size: 23.4 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
A lizardfish that buries itself in sandy bottoms with only its snout and eyes showing, then ambushes small fish that wander near. It relies on camouflage and a sudden lunge, growing to around 23 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Aulopiformes › Synodontidae › Synodus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1043610.
FAQ
- How deep does the Blackstripe Lizardfish live?
- The Blackstripe Lizardfish (Synodus nigrotaeniatus) is typically found at 10–30 m.
- Is the Blackstripe Lizardfish dangerous to divers?
- The Blackstripe Lizardfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Blackstripe Lizardfish get?
- The Blackstripe Lizardfish grows to about 23.4 cm.