Shortfin Lizardfish
Saurida micropectoralis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 20–260 m
- Max size: 38 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A sit and wait predator of muddy shelf bottoms, this lizardfish lies still until small fish or invertebrates pass within reach. Its jaws are lined with fine needle teeth that hold slippery prey. It ranges down to about 260 metres and grows to around 38 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Aulopiformes › Synodontidae › Saurida
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 272116.
FAQ
- How deep does the Shortfin Lizardfish live?
- The Shortfin Lizardfish (Saurida micropectoralis) is typically found at 20–260 m.
- Is the Shortfin Lizardfish dangerous to divers?
- The Shortfin Lizardfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Shortfin Lizardfish get?
- The Shortfin Lizardfish grows to about 38 cm.