lizardfish
Alternative names: Synodus foetens, Synodus
Lizardfish are marine fish of the family Synodontidae and are widely distributed. They grow to a maximum length of about 50cm (20in) and have elongated bodies with scaly heads. Most of them live in shallow water and can often be found in sandy or muddy areas. Adults have also been seen in the open sea. Lizardfish are carnivorous, eating smaller fish and invertebrates. They can live up to nine years.