Synodus orientalis is a species of lizardfish that lives mainly in the Northwest Pacific Ocean.

Synodus orientalis
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Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Actinopterygii
Order: Aulopiformes
Family: Synodontidae
Genus: Synodus
Species:
S. orientalis
Binomial name
Synodus orientalis

Description

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This species can reach the average length of about 23.4 cm (9.2 in) as an unsexed male.[1]

Distribution and habitat

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Synodus orientalis can be found in a marine environment[2] within a benthopelagic range. Their depth range is anywhere between 2 and 32 meters. They are native to a tropical climate in areas of Asia, such as Japan and Taiwan.[3]

References

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  1. ^ "Synodus orientalis Randall & Pyle, 2008". Fish Base. Retrieved 29 March 2013.
  2. ^ "WoRMS taxon details Synodus orientalis Randall & Pyle, 2008". World Register of Marine Species. Retrieved 29 March 2013.
  3. ^ "Synodus orientalis". Encyclopedia of Life. Retrieved 29 March 2013.

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