Lavender Lizardfish
Synodus similis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 25–76 m
- Max size: 18 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small lizardfish of inshore soft bottoms, it spends most of its time propped on sand or rubble beside rock outcrops, waiting to dart at passing prey. Its mouth is lined with needle teeth, and it grows to about 18 centimetres at depths between 25 and 76 metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Aulopiformes › Synodontidae › Synodus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 272141.
FAQ
- How deep does the Lavender Lizardfish live?
- The Lavender Lizardfish (Synodus similis) is typically found at 25–76 m.
- Is the Lavender Lizardfish dangerous to divers?
- The Lavender Lizardfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Lavender Lizardfish get?
- The Lavender Lizardfish grows to about 18 cm.