Fin's Fish Guide
The Agujon (Strongylura notata) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Belonidae that grows up to 61 cm.
Western Atlantic and Caribbean; coastal waters, bays and inlets, also fresh water.
Description
The redfin needlefish is a slender needlefish of the family Belonidae occurring in the western Atlantic and Caribbean. The species has a strongly elongate, silvery-green body with both jaws extended into a long, toothed beak, and reaches about 60 cm. It inhabits coastal waters, especially bays and inlets, and may also enter fresh water. The needlefish hunts small fishes at the surface. The eggs bear adhesive tendrils that attach them to objects in the water. When disturbed the fish leaps from the water, which can cause injuries.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Agujon?
The Agujon has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Both jaws elongated into a long, toothed beak; surface hunter that leaps out of the water.
Where does the Agujon live?
The Agujon lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Western Atlantic and Caribbean; coastal waters, bays and inlets, also fresh water.
How big does the Agujon get?
The Agujon grows to a maximum of about 61 cm.
Is the Agujon dangerous to humans?
No, the Agujon is harmless to humans. Not venomous, but it leaps from the water when disturbed and the long, toothed beak can cause puncture wounds; take care in shallow water at night. Clean any wound and seek medical care if it becomes infected.
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Same genus Strongylura
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