Synodus intermedius
Scorpion fishes and others
Sand diver
Sandtaucher-Eidechsenfisch
Zandduiker
Anoli de sable;Poisson lézard rayé jaune
Lagarto mato;Guaripete
Distribution
- The tropical Atlantic
Environment and movement of the diurnal species
- The species is generally observed in a sandy/silty area.
- The species is generally motionless in its environment
- The species is generally found on or close to the seafloor.
- The species can be found between 3 and 320 Meters.
- Common species.
- Hides in the sand.
General behaviour of the species
- Species generally solitary
- Hides in the sand.
- The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard
General characteristics of the species
- Maximum size : 50 cm
- The animal is a hunter low in the food chain.
- Diet : Fishes
- The animal can show variable colouring
- The animal changes colour like a chameleon
Relationship with humans
- The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
- The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!