A marine fish species belonging to the Synodontidae family, characterized by its elongated, lizard-like body and predatory behavior in tropical and subtropical marine environments.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Coastal marine ecosystems, typically found in sandy or rocky seafloor regions of the Atlantic Ocean, ranging from shallow coastal waters to depths of approximately 200 meters.
Ecological Role
Important mid-level predator in marine food webs, controlling populations of smaller fish and serving as prey for larger marine predators.
Morphology
SKIN COATMottled brown and gray camouflage pattern enabling effective bottom substrate blending
LIMBS WINGSSoft, ray-supported fins with typical lizardfish configuration for swift underwater movement
HEAD SENSORYLarge mouth with sharp teeth, prominent eyes adapted for hunting in variable light conditions
BODY STRUCTUREElongated, cylindrical body with total length ranging 20-40 cm, streamlined for efficient marine predation
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Etrusko25
