A marine predatory fish species belonging to the Synodontidae family, characterized by its elongated and slender body adapted for ambush hunting in marine ecosystems.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Tropical and subtropical marine environments, typically found in coastal waters, coral reefs, and sandy or rocky seabed areas at depths ranging from 0-100 meters.
Ecological Role
Key mid-level predator in marine food webs, controlling populations of smaller fish and serving as prey for larger marine predators, contributing to marine ecosystem balance.
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Scaley exterior with camouflage coloration ranging from light brown to grayish, providing effective marine environment concealment
- LIMBS WINGS Not applicable for fish species, has fins for locomotion and maneuverability
- HEAD SENSORY Large mouth with sharp, numerous teeth, prominent eyes adapted for detecting prey movement in low-light marine environments
- BODY STRUCTURE Elongated, cylindrical body with streamlined shape, typical length 20-35 cm, slender profile optimized for swift predatory movements
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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