A marine teleost fish species found in coastal waters of the western Atlantic Ocean, characterized by its elongated body and predatory behavior.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Coastal marine environments, sandy or muddy seafloors, depth range of 1-100 meters, primarily in tropical and subtropical waters from North Carolina to Brazil
Ecological Role
Mid-level predator in marine ecosystems, serves as prey for larger fish species, contributes to marine food web dynamics
Morphology
SKIN COATScaley surface with cryptic coloration for effective marine substrate camouflage
LIMBS WINGSPaired pectoral and pelvic fins, single dorsal fin positioned centrally
HEAD SENSORYLarge mouth with sharp teeth, prominent eyes positioned laterally for enhanced predatory detection
BODY STRUCTUREElongated, cylindrical body with typical lizardfish characteristics, average length 20-30 cm, camouflage coloration of mottled brown and beige
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Berger, Daniel; Berger, F. G.; Bloch, Marcus Elieser; Bodenehr, G.; Bodenehr, George; Buchhandlung der Realschule; Darchow, C.; Gursch, C. F.; Hesse; Krüger; Rosenberg, F. C. W.; Schmidt, A. F.; Schmi
