Largescale Saury
NameLargescale Saury
Scientific NameSaurida undosquamis
Common NamesLargescale Saury, Brushtooth Lizardfish, Greater Lizardfish, Large-scaled Lizardfish
FamilySynodontidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, Mediterranean Sea
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Description
The Largescale Saury, also known as the Brushtooth Lizardfish, is a predatory marine fish characterized by its elongated, cylindrical body and large mouth filled with sharp teeth. It is a bottom-dwelling ambush predator found in tropical and subtropical Indo-Pacific waters, and is not typically kept in home aquariums due to its size and predatory nature.
