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!