Red Lizardfish

Red Lizardfish, Newly Settled

Red Lizardfish, Newly Settled

Newly Settled marine organisms have just arrived on the reef. They are still small and vulnerable and may not yet resemble adults.

Name: Red Lizardfish
Scientific Name: Synodus synodus
Family: Lizardfishes
Scientific Family: Synodontidae
Source: WoRMS AphiaID 126373
Size: 4 - 7 in.
Depth Range: In shallow waters (0 – 15 ft.)
Sightings: Seen sometimes

This Lizardfish has reddish or light brown bars running across its back, outlined with a thin blue, S-shaped border.

The Red Lizardfish is relatively shy and moves away when approached.