Genus
Common name: Lizardfish
Scientific name: Synodus
Synodus is a genus of fish known commonly as lizardfish, named for their lizard-like appearance with elongated bodies and large mouths filled with sharp teeth. They are found in warm seas worldwide and are benthic predators, lying in wait to ambush prey. In the aquarium, they require sandy substrates to mimic their natural habitat and ample space to swim. They are carnivorous and need a diet of meaty foods like shrimp and fish. Due to their predatory nature, they are best kept with larger fish that they cannot eat.
- Common name: Two-spot lizard fishScientific name: Synodus binotatus
- Common name: Sand lizardfishScientific name: Synodus dermatogenys
- Common name: Doak's lizardfishScientific name: Synodus doaki
- Common name: LizardfishScientific name: Synodus indicus
- Common name: LizardfishScientific name: Synodus intermedius
- Common name: Lighthouse lizardfishScientific name: Synodus jaculum
- Common name: Sauro lizardfishScientific name: Synodus lacertinus
- Common name: LizardfishScientific name: Synodus saurus
- Common name: Variegated lizardfishScientific name: Synodus variegatus