Synodus sageneus Waite, 1905
Speartoothed grinner
photo by CSIRO

Family:  Synodontidae (Lizardfishes), subfamily: Synodontinae
Max. size:  26 cm TL (male/unsexed); max.weight: 150.0 g
Environment:  demersal; marine; depth range 12 - 30 m
Distribution:  Indo-West Pacific: Australia, also in Sri Lanka and Indonesia.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  An uncommon species found in shallow shelf waters. Caught mainly with artisanal gear. Sold fresh or dried salted in markets.
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 28 June 2018 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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