Sand diver (Synodus intermedius) is a saltwater species recorded in the United States. It is mainly found over reef, at depths of 3–320 m.
Scientific name: Synodus intermedius · Water: Saltwater
Size: up to 46 cm
The sand diver is a synodontid found on the sandy bottom around boulders or in sandy corridors in patch reefs, and it is uncommon near the shore. It is recorded from 3 to 320 m. Maximum length is about 46 cm total length, commonly about 40 cm. It is a minor commercial species, a gamefish and a commercial aquarium fish, with a medium price category. Fishing vulnerability is low to moderate at 32 of 100 and resilience medium. IUCN lists it as least concern.
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