A marine teleost fish species belonging to the Synodontidae family, characterized by elongated body and predatory behavior in tropical marine ecosystems.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Coastal marine environments of the Indo-Pacific region, typically found in tropical waters with depths ranging from 10-200 meters, preferring sandy or rocky substrate areas.
Ecological Role
Mid-level predator in marine food webs, consuming smaller fish and invertebrates, serving as prey for larger marine predators like larger fish and marine mammals.
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Scaled body with mottled camouflage coloration, typically brown and gray tones for marine substrate blending
- LIMBS WINGS Paired pectoral and dorsal fins with moderate swimming capabilities
- HEAD SENSORY Large terminal mouth with sharp teeth, prominent eyes adapted for low-light underwater hunting
- BODY STRUCTURE Elongated, slender body with typical lizardfish characteristics, approximately 20-30 cm total length, streamlined for rapid underwater movement
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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