Snakefish
Trachinocephalus trachinus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 3–388 m
- Max size: 22.8 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
By day this lizardfish lies buried in sand with only its eyes exposed, ready to lunge at passing prey. Disturbed, it swims a short way and quickly burrows again, ranging from shallow reef slopes down past 300 metres. It grows to roughly 23 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Aulopiformes › Synodontidae › Trachinocephalus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 308682.
FAQ
- How deep does the Snakefish live?
- The Snakefish (Trachinocephalus trachinus) is typically found at 3–388 m.
- Is the Snakefish dangerous to divers?
- The Snakefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Snakefish get?
- The Snakefish grows to about 22.8 cm.