Sand Diver
NameSand Diver
Scientific NameSynodus intermedius
Common NamesSand Diver, Sand Diver Lizardfish, Common Lizardfish
FamilySynodontidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)125
Max Size (Inches)18
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge Groupers, Large Snappers, Robust Angelfish, Triggerfish (with caution)
Description
The Sand Diver is a predatory saltwater fish known for its elongated body and cryptic coloration, allowing it to ambush prey from sandy bottoms. It possesses a large mouth filled with sharp teeth, primarily feeding on smaller fish and crustaceans. This species is an ambush predator, often burying itself in the sand with only its eyes exposed.
