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The Black tipped ponyfish (Eubleekeria splendens) is a brackish-water fish of the family Leiognathidae that grows up to 23 cm.
Description
The splendid ponyfish is a small silvery fish of the family Leiognathidae from the Indo-West Pacific. The species has a deep, strongly compressed body with a remarkably far-protrusible mouth and reaches about 23 cm. It lives in schools in shallow coastal waters and feeds on small fishes, crustaceans, foraminiferans and bivalves. Ponyfishes possess a light organ around the oesophagus housing symbiotic luminous bacteria. The species is short-lived and of commercial importance; it is regularly eaten.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Black tipped ponyfish?
The Black tipped ponyfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Highly protrusible mouth; light organ with symbiotic luminous bacteria around the oesophagus.
Where does the Black tipped ponyfish live?
The Black tipped ponyfish lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Indo-West Pacific, from the Persian Gulf and India to South-East Asia.
How big does the Black tipped ponyfish get?
The Black tipped ponyfish grows to a maximum of about 23 cm. On average the species is around 15 cm.
Is the Black tipped ponyfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Black tipped ponyfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Black tipped ponyfish edible?
Yes, the Black tipped ponyfish is commonly eaten.
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