A marine fish species belonging to the lizardfish family (Synodontidae), characterized by its elongated body and small fins, native to marine ecosystems in the Indo-Pacific region.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Coastal marine environments, typically found in tropical and subtropical waters of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, inhabiting depths between 10-200 meters with sandy or muddy seafloors.
Ecological Role
Plays a critical role in marine food webs as a mid-level predator, consuming smaller fish and serving as prey for larger marine predators, contributing to marine ecosystem balance.
Morphology
SKIN COATSilvery-gray scales providing camouflage in marine environments
LIMBS WINGSSmall, relatively weak fins with reduced fin size, particularly small caudal and pectoral fins
HEAD SENSORYLarge mouth with sharp teeth, prominent eyes adapted for low-light marine environments
BODY STRUCTUREElongated, slender body measuring approximately 20-30 cm in total length, with a streamlined profile adapted for swift swimming
