Fin's Fish Guide
The Angel (Taractichthys longipinnis) is a saltwater fish of the family Bramidae that grows up to 100 cm.
Description
The bigscale pomfret is a pomfret (Bramidae) from the open ocean. The species has a deep, laterally compressed, dark, metallic-sheened body with large scales and long, sickle-shaped dorsal and anal fins. It is an oceanic, presumably epipelagic fish that usually lives solitarily, but occasionally appears in small schools near the coast. As a predator it hunts smaller fishes, squids and crustaceans. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Angel?
The Angel has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly black and shows a plain pattern. Deep, metallic-sheened body with long sickle-shaped fins; oceanic predator.
Where does the Angel live?
The Angel lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around open water. Open ocean; presumably epipelagic.
How big does the Angel get?
The Angel grows to a maximum of about 100 cm.
Is the Angel dangerous to humans?
No, the Angel is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Angel edible?
Yes, the Angel is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Taractichthys
More from the family Bramidae
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