A marine teleost fish species belonging to the Synodontidae family, characterized by elongated body structure typical of lizardfishes, native to Indo-west Pacific marine ecosystems.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Primarily inhabits tropical and subtropical marine environments, typically found in coastal waters, coral reef areas, and sandy or rocky seafloors at depths between 10-100 meters.
Ecological Role
Serves as a mid-level predator in marine food webs, contributing to marine ecosystem balance by consuming smaller fish and invertebrate species while being prey for larger marine predators.
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Scaley exterior with potential camouflage coloration matching seafloor environments
- LIMBS WINGS Presence of typical fish fins including dorsal, pectoral, and caudal fins for precise locomotion
- HEAD SENSORY Large, terminal mouth with sharp teeth, prominent eyes adapted for detecting prey in varying light conditions
- BODY STRUCTURE Elongated, slender fish body with total length typically ranging 15-25 cm, streamlined shape allowing rapid underwater movement
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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