sirelid

Sirelid refers to a family of marine ray-finned fish, the Sirenilidae. These fish are characterized by their flattened bodies, often with a distinctive dorsal fin that runs along much of their length. They are typically found in tropical and subtropical waters, inhabiting sandy or muddy seabeds where they can camouflage themselves. Sirelids are benthic predators, meaning they live on and hunt from the bottom. Their diet generally consists of invertebrates such as crustaceans and mollusks, which they locate using sensory organs adapted for detecting prey buried in the substrate.

The Sirenilidae family contains several genera and species, though they are not as widely recognized or commercially important as some other fish families. Information on their reproductive biology and life cycles is often limited due to their elusive nature and deep-water or remote habitat. Conservation status varies among species, with some populations potentially facing threats from habitat degradation and overfishing in certain regions. Research into Sirelids continues to provide insights into the biodiversity of marine ecosystems and the adaptations of bottom-dwelling fish.