Triplecross Lizardfish
Synodus macrops
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 35–200 m
- Max size: 20 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A sand dwelling lizardfish that lies still until prey passes, the triplecross lizardfish ranges from coastal flats out to roughly two hundred metres but favours the deeper end. It reaches about the length of your hand and sells fresh or dried in markets.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Aulopiformes › Synodontidae › Synodus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 217666.
FAQ
- How deep does the Triplecross Lizardfish live?
- The Triplecross Lizardfish (Synodus macrops) is typically found at 35–200 m.
- Is the Triplecross Lizardfish dangerous to divers?
- The Triplecross Lizardfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Triplecross Lizardfish get?
- The Triplecross Lizardfish grows to about 20 cm.