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Splendid Toadfish (Sanopus splendidus), family Batrachoididae, order Batrachoidiformes, Cozumel, Mexico
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This fish has a buzzing mating call, which human divers can hear underwater.
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Based on Sanopus splendidus, also known as the splendid toadfish or Cozumel island's toadfish. a species of toadfish endemic to the island of Cozumel and known for its bright and colorful appearance thanks to its bright yellow fins. Its considered endangered because being endemic to a single island means any changes become a lot more dangerous to its survival
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Splendid Toadfish (Sanopus splendidus) found only in the Island Waters of Cozumel, Mexico
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“Despite its bright colors, the Splendid Toadfish is a shy creature and is quite difficult to persuade: you usually find it below or around fissures and coral reefs in clean waters, at a depth of approximately 10-25 m. It is during the night that the toadfish goes out to hunt: it feeds on small fish, shellfish and worms, so night dives are a good time to locate it.” (Source)
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splendid toadfish by José Eduardo Silva
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Marine Species: Splendid Toadfish
There are many reasons to dive Cozumel — healthy coral, easy, fun drift dives, after-dive margaritas. But a chance to spot the endemic splendid toadfish is one of the most compelling.
What is a splendid toadfish?
Starting in the early 1980s, a certain set of car enthusiasts began attaching LED lights to the chassis of their mostly low-rider cars, bathing the ground beneath in blue, red, green, or purple. Called “underglow,” the overall effect, depending on who you ask, was either of a car swept along on magic carpet of neon or of tacky disco lights hitching a ride on the undercarriage. It’s possible that the splendid toadfish inspired these pioneers of automotive showmanship with its unique yellow underglow, which has earned it a spot on many divers’ bucket lists. And, like a supermodel who can wear anything, the sanopus splendidus pulls off the look.
An ambush predator, the splendid toadfish sits on pelvic fins with only its outsized head poking out from the rocky crevices that serve as its den. It lies in wait for small fish, worms and other prey to swim by. Its face is striped like a zebra and barbells hang like icicles off its chin. Splendid toadfish have eight fins in total: two dorsal fins, two pectoral, two pelvic, a caudal fin and an anal fin. But its most striking features are the wide, electric-yellow bands that line these fins and the inside of its mouth.
The species has a total of eight fins; two dorsal fins, two pectoral fins, two pelvic fins, a caudal fin and an anal fin. The midline of the upper body contains the two dorsal fins; a short fin with sharp spines in 3 spots and a long fin which extends over much of the upper body and is flowing.
Where does the splendid toadfish live?
The sanopus splendidus is endemic to Cozumel, a popular island-diving destination off the coast of Playa del Carmen in Mexico. That said, recently some divers have reported spotting them along the Belize barrier reef. Their rarity, the relatively shallow (32 to 60 feet or 10 to 18 meters) habitat they prefer, and Cozumel’s clear waters combine to make the splendid toadfish a subject prized by underwater photographers and recreational divers alike.
To spot them, swim along the edge of shallow reefs that give way to sandy bottoms. The Paradise Reef dive site is a splendid — ahem — example. Peer into any opening, the sort of place you might otherwise find a moray eel. Look for a striped face, bulbous eyes on the forehead, and the signature yellow glow.
Guest author Christina Koukkos is a New York-based freelance writer and editor. She covers scuba diving, responsible tourism, off-beat destinations, cultural travel and other topics. She’s a certified PADI dive instructor and MSDT as well as an amateur underwater (and topside) photographer. Learn more about her on her website, her blog, on Instagram or Twitter.
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Marine Species: Splendid Toadfish
There are many reasons to dive Cozumel — healthy coral, easy, fun drift dives, after-dive margaritas. But a chance to spot the endemic splendid toadfish is one of the most compelling.
What is a splendid toadfish?
Starting in the early 1980s, a certain set of car enthusiasts began attaching LED lights to the chassis of their mostly low-rider cars, bathing the ground beneath in blue, red, green, or purple. Called “underglow,” the overall effect, depending on who you ask, was either of a car swept along on magic carpet of neon or of tacky disco lights hitching a ride on the undercarriage. It’s possible that the splendid toadfish inspired these pioneers of automotive showmanship with its unique yellow underglow, which has earned it a spot on many divers’ bucket lists. And, like a supermodel who can wear anything, the sanopus splendidus pulls off the look.
An ambush predator, the splendid toadfish sits on pelvic fins with only its outsized head poking out from the rocky crevices that serve as its den. It lies in wait for small fish, worms and other prey to swim by. Its face is striped like a zebra and barbells hang like icicles off its chin. Splendid toadfish have eight fins in total: two dorsal fins, two pectoral, two pelvic, a caudal fin and an anal fin. But its most striking features are the wide, electric-yellow bands that line these fins and the inside of its mouth.
The species has a total of eight fins; two dorsal fins, two pectoral fins, two pelvic fins, a caudal fin and an anal fin. The midline of the upper body contains the two dorsal fins; a short fin with sharp spines in 3 spots and a long fin which extends over much of the upper body and is flowing.
Where does the splendid toadfish live?
The sanopus splendidus is endemic to Cozumel, a popular island-diving destination off the coast of Playa del Carmen in Mexico. That said, recently some divers have reported spotting them along the Belize barrier reef. Their rarity, the relatively shallow (32 to 60 feet or 10 to 18 meters) habitat they prefer, and Cozumel’s clear waters combine to make the splendid toadfish a subject prized by underwater photographers and recreational divers alike.
To spot them, swim along the edge of shallow reefs that give way to sandy bottoms. The Paradise Reef dive site is a splendid — ahem — example. Peer into any opening, the sort of place you might otherwise find a moray eel. Look for a striped face, bulbous eyes on the forehead, and the signature yellow glow.
Guest author Christina Koukkos is a New York-based freelance writer and editor. She covers scuba diving, responsible tourism, off-beat destinations, cultural travel and other topics. She’s a certified PADI dive instructor and MSDT as well as an amateur underwater (and topside) photographer. Learn more about her on her website, her blog, on Instagram or Twitter.
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Splendid Toadfish - Sanopus splendidus
The Splendid Toadfish, Sanopus splendidus is a marine, reef-associated fish classified in the Family Batrachoididae, the only Family in the Order Batrachoidiformes. Toadfishes are easily recognized by their characteristic shape, with large, board, flattened head, often with barbels and/or fleshy flaps around their large mouths, and a tapering body.
Sanopus splendidus is attractively patterned in purple. Most of its fins are edged in yellow with the pelvic fin being entirely yellow. It also has a yellow mouth. This species generally lives on sand under crevices or coral heads in clear water, 10-25 m deep. It hunts at night, preying on small fishes, snails and polychaete worms.
The Splendid Toadfish was thought to be only found in Cozumel Island (Quintana Roo, Mexico) but sightings have also been reported in Belize. However, it is not widespread and is Classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
References: [1] - [2] - [3] - [4]
Other common names: Coral Toadfish, Cozumel Splendid Toadfish, Sapo Espléndido.
Photo credit: [Top: ©Alejandro Alamo | Locality: Cozumel Island, Quintana Roo, Mexico - Caribbean, 2010] - [Bottom: ©Erwin Poliakoff | Locality, Cozumel Island, Quintana Roo, Mexico - Caribbean, 2010]
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