Fishing for Offshore lizardfish

Synodus poeyi

The offshore lizardfish is a slender, elongated fish typically found in tropical and subtropical marine waters. It reaches up to 16 inches in length and weighs around 2 pounds. With sharp teeth and a camouflaged body, it preys on small fish and invertebrates. This ambush predator inhabits sandy or muddy sea floors, often remaining motionless to surprise its prey. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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