Tectus Lizardfish
Synodus tectus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 25–82 m
- Max size: 10.7 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small lizardfish that rests on soft bottoms of the continental shelf and inshore waters, propped on its fins. It lies still until prey passes, then lunges upward to seize it, a sit and wait hunter of the sand.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Aulopiformes › Synodontidae › Synodus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 272143.
FAQ
- How deep does the Tectus Lizardfish live?
- The Tectus Lizardfish (Synodus tectus) is typically found at 25–82 m.
- Is the Tectus Lizardfish dangerous to divers?
- The Tectus Lizardfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Tectus Lizardfish get?
- The Tectus Lizardfish grows to about 10.7 cm.