Family

Common name: Lizardfish

Scientific name: Synodontidae

The family Synodontidae, commonly known as lizardfish, comprises benthic marine fish known for their elongated bodies and mouth full of sharp teeth, resembling a lizard's appearance. They are ambush predators, lying in wait on the substrate to snatch up unsuspecting prey. Lizardfish are generally not recommended for reef aquariums due to their predatory nature, but they can be fascinating in a species-specific or larger predatory fish-only setup. They require ample hiding places and a sandy substrate to mimic their natural habitat.

  1. Smile
    Common name: Slender lizardfish
    Scientific name: Saurida gracilis
  2. Two-spot Lizardfish, Hawaii, USA
    Common name: Two-spot lizard fish
    Scientific name: Synodus binotatus
  3. A sand Lizardfish resting on rocks Boracay Island Philippines
    Common name: Sand lizardfish
    Scientific name: Synodus dermatogenys
  4. Common name: Doak's lizardfish
    Scientific name: Synodus doaki
  5. Sand Lizardfish, Synodus Indicus.
    Common name: Lizardfish
    Scientific name: Synodus indicus
  6. Synodus intermedius, the sand diver,
    Common name: Lizardfish
    Scientific name: Synodus intermedius
  7. Common name: Lighthouse lizardfish
    Scientific name: Synodus jaculum
  8. Common name: Sauro lizardfish
    Scientific name: Synodus lacertinus
  9. Atlantic lizardfish, Synodus saurus
    Common name: Lizardfish
    Scientific name: Synodus saurus
  10. Reef lizardfish Synodus variegatus
    Common name: Variegated lizardfish
    Scientific name: Synodus variegatus