Suspicious lizardfish
📖 Overview
Suspicious lizardfish (Saurida suspicio) is a ray-finned fish of the family Synodontidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 9 cm. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 10 - 11; Anal soft rays: 10 - 12. Body depth at base of pelvic fin. Scales moderate, pectoral axillary moderate in size .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Suspicious lizardfish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Suspicious lizardfish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Suspicious lizardfish is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Doubtful lizardfish · Suspicious Lizardfish |
| 🌍CES | ještěrohlavec západoatlantský |
| 🇷🇺Russian | Антильская заурида |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 8 records indexed .
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