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Synodus sageneus Waite, 1905 Speartoothed grinner |
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photo by
CSIRO |
| Family: | Synodontidae (Lizardfishes), subfamily: Synodontinae | |||
| Max. size: | 26 cm TL (male/unsexed); max.weight: 150.0 g | |||
| Environment: | demersal; marine; depth range 12 - 30 m | |||
| Distribution: | Indo-West Pacific: Australia, also in Sri Lanka and Indonesia. | |||
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| Biology: | An uncommon species found in shallow shelf waters. Caught mainly with artisanal gear. Sold fresh or dried salted in markets. | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 28 June 2018 Ref. (130435) | |||
| Threat to humans: | harmless | |||