Saurida flamma Waples, 1982 Orangemouth lizardfish |
photo by
Randall, J.E. |
Family: | Synodontidae (Lizardfishes), subfamily: Harpadontinae | |||
Max. size: | 30.5 cm SL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | reef-associated; marine; depth range 5 - 30 m, non-migratory | |||
Distribution: | Eastern Central Pacific: Hawaii, Pitcairn. | |||
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Biology: | Found in and around reefs. Found to depths over 12 m (Ref. 9710). Benthic (Ref. 58302). Feeds mainly on small fishes. | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 02 March 2015 Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless | |||
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