Synodus orientalis

Synodus orientalis is a species of lizardfish that lives mainly in the Northwest Pacific Ocean.

Synodus orientalis
Scientific classification
Kingdom:
Animalia
Phylum:
Chordata
Class:
Actinopterygii
Order:
Aulopiformes
Family:
Synodontidae
Genus:
Synodus
Species:
S. orientalis
Binomial name
Synodus orientalis[1]
J. E. Randall & Pyle, 2008

Description

This species can reach the average length of about 23.4 cm (9.2 in) as an unsexed male.[2]

Distribution and habitat

Synodus orientalis can be found in a marine environment[3] within a benthopelagic range. Their depth range is anywhere between 2 and 32 meters. They are native to a tropical climate in areas of Asia, such as Japan and Taiwan.[4]

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References
  1. "Synodus orientalis". Animal Diversity Web. Retrieved 29 March 2013.
  2. "Synodus orientalis Randall & Pyle, 2008". Fish Base. Retrieved 29 March 2013.
  3. "WoRMS taxon details Synodus orientalis Randall & Pyle, 2008". World Register of Marine Species. Retrieved 29 March 2013.
  4. "Synodus orientalis". Encyclopedia of Life. Retrieved 29 March 2013.

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