Red Lizardfish

Red Lizardfish, Juvenile

Red Lizardfish, Juvenile
Name: Red Lizardfish
Scientific Name: Synodus synodus
Family: Lizardfishes
Taxonomic: Synodontidae
ID Group: Bottom Dwellers
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.