Lighthouse Lizardfish
Synodus jaculum
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 2–100 m
- Max size: 20 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The lighthouse lizardfish perches on sand or rubble beside coral heads, propped on its pelvic fins and waiting to lunge at passing shrimps and small fish. Cylindrical and big mouthed, it reaches about 20 centimetres and is often hauled up alongside its lizardfish cousins by artisanal nets and trawls.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Aulopiformes › Synodontidae › Synodus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 217673.
FAQ
- How deep does the Lighthouse Lizardfish live?
- The Lighthouse Lizardfish (Synodus jaculum) is typically found at 2–100 m.
- Is the Lighthouse Lizardfish dangerous to divers?
- The Lighthouse Lizardfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Lighthouse Lizardfish get?
- The Lighthouse Lizardfish grows to about 20 cm.