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The Barbeta amarilla (Polydactylus opercularis) is a saltwater fish of the family Polynemidae that grows up to 50 cm.
Description
The yellow bobo is a threadfin (Polynemidae) from the eastern Pacific. The species has a streamlined, silvery body with yellowish fins and, below the pectoral fin, a bundle of free, thread-like fin rays dragged over the bottom as feelers. It inhabits coastal waters and estuaries on sand and mud bottoms, also along sandy beaches. With its feelers it detects prey in turbid water: small crustaceans, worms and small fishes. It is a valued food fish. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Barbeta amarilla?
The Barbeta amarilla has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Free filamentous pectoral fin rays acting as feelers to detect prey in turbid water.
Where does the Barbeta amarilla live?
The Barbeta amarilla lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Pacific; coastal waters, estuaries and sandy beaches.
How big does the Barbeta amarilla get?
The Barbeta amarilla grows to a maximum of about 50 cm. On average the species is around 25 cm.
Is the Barbeta amarilla dangerous to humans?
No, the Barbeta amarilla is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Barbeta amarilla edible?
Yes, the Barbeta amarilla is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Polydactylus
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