Tylosurus crocodilus

Open-sea hunters

  • Hound needlefish
  • Aiguille crocodile
  • Agujón cocodrilo

Distribution

  • The tropical Atlantic
  • The tropical Pacific
  • The Red Sea
  • The Indian Ocean
  • The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

  • The species is generally found in the open sea.
  • The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
  • The species can be found between 0 and 13 Meters.
  • Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

  • Species generally solitary
  • The animal shows curiosity towards the diver

General characteristics of the species

  • Maximum size : 150 cm
  • The animal is a hunter high in the food chain.
  • Diet : Fishes

Relationship with humans

  • The spines of the animal can be very dangerous
  • The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
  • The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
    • - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
    • -Sport or local fishing
The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!