Sand Lizardfish

Synodus dermatogenys
(Other names Two-spot Lizardfish, Clearfin Lizardfish)
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This Lizardfish has a whitish grey body and several brownish blotches and saddles located on the side and top of the body. There are numerous lines, blotches and spots over the body ranging from yellow to brown, grey to black. It has a distinct bluish-grey line that runs along the side of the body, level with the eye. They are commonly found in sandy bottomed areas from coastal to offshore reefs.

Size: 24cm in length (maximum)

Diet: Fish

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Left: Ian Banks
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