Synodus similis McCulloch, 1921
Lavender lizardfish
Synodus similis
photo by Randall, J.E.

Family:  Synodontidae (Lizardfishes), subfamily: Synodontinae
Max. size:  18 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  reef-associated; marine; depth range 25 - 76 m
Distribution:  Western Pacific: Chesterfield Islands (Ref. 11897), Australia (Ref. 7300), and New Zealand (Ref. 5755).
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  A benthic species found over soft bottoms of inshore waters (Ref. 7300, 75154). Spends most of its time lurking on sand or rubble near rock outcrops (Ref. 30464). Minimum depth from Ref. 75154.
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 03 March 2015 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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