Synodus mascarensis Prokofiev, 2008

Family:  Synodontidae (Lizardfishes), subfamily: Synodontinae
Max. size:  13.7 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; marine; depth range - 61 m
Distribution:  Western Indian Ocean: Mascarene Ridge to Madagascar.
Diagnosis:  Dorsal soft rays (total): 12-13; Anal soft rays: 9-11; Vertebrae: 52-54. This species has 10-12 spots on the peritoneum; short and blunt snout; relatively long nasal valve; posterior part of cheek scaled; frontal teeth on palate are not enlarged nor separated; adipose fin well developed; pelvic fins have broad distal shoots; no dark, contrasting coloration patterns on body and fins (Ref. 75184).
Biology: 
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 28 June 2018 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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