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The Suspicious lizardfish (Saurida suspicio) is a saltwater fish of the family Synodontidae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
The suspicious lizardfish is a lizardfish (Synodontidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species reaches only about 9 cm and has an elongate, cylindrical body and a lizard-like head with a wide mouth full of needle-sharp teeth. It inhabits coral reefs and adjacent sand bottoms, where as an ambush predator it waits half-buried or lying still for prey. With a lightning-fast lunge it seizes small fishes and crustaceans. Through its mottled, sand-coloured camouflage it blends almost completely into the bottom and is little noticed. The species has no market value.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Suspicious lizardfish?
The Suspicious lizardfish has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern. Lizard-like stalking predator that waits half-buried for prey; mouth full of needle-sharp teeth.
Where does the Suspicious lizardfish live?
The Suspicious lizardfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Indo-West Pacific, on coral reefs and sandy bottoms.
How big does the Suspicious lizardfish get?
The Suspicious lizardfish grows to a maximum of about 9 cm. On average the species is around 6 cm.
Is the Suspicious lizardfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Suspicious lizardfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Suspicious lizardfish edible?
The Suspicious lizardfish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Saurida
More from the family Synodontidae
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