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The Banded-tail glassy perchlet (Ambassis urotaenia) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Ambassidae that grows up to 14 cm.
Description
The banded-tail glassfish is a glassfish (Ambassidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species is small and has a translucent, silvery body with a dark stripe on the tail fin, to which the name refers. It is common in brackish water near river mouths, where it lives in schools, and sometimes enters the upper reaches of rivers. It feeds on small zooplankton, small crustaceans and insect larvae. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Banded-tail glassy perchlet?
The Banded-tail glassy perchlet has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Translucent body with a dark caudal stripe; schooling brackish-water glassfish.
Where does the Banded-tail glassy perchlet live?
The Banded-tail glassy perchlet lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Indo-West Pacific; brackish water near river mouths.
How big does the Banded-tail glassy perchlet get?
The Banded-tail glassy perchlet grows to a maximum of about 14 cm.
Is the Banded-tail glassy perchlet dangerous to humans?
No, the Banded-tail glassy perchlet is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Banded-tail glassy perchlet edible?
The Banded-tail glassy perchlet is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Ambassis
More from the family Ambassidae
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