Sauro Lizardfish
Synodus lacertinus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–27 m
- Max size: 20 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small lizardfish of reefs and sand patches, the sauro lizardfish perches motionless on its pectoral fins and pounces on prey that swims too close. Active mostly at night, by day it may bury itself in sand with only its eyes and mouth showing.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Aulopiformes › Synodontidae › Synodus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 272130.
FAQ
- How deep does the Sauro Lizardfish live?
- The Sauro Lizardfish (Synodus lacertinus) is typically found at 1–27 m.
- Is the Sauro Lizardfish dangerous to divers?
- The Sauro Lizardfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Sauro Lizardfish get?
- The Sauro Lizardfish grows to about 20 cm.