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The Blue-checked javelinfish (Pomadasys argyreus) is a saltwater fish of the family Haemulidae that grows up to 40 cm.
Description
The silver grunt is a grunt (Haemulidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species has a silvery, fairly deep body with sometimes fine dark spots and can produce grunting sounds with its throat teeth, to which the name refers. It inhabits coastal waters and soft bottoms on fishing grounds. As a bottom hunter it feeds on small invertebrates and small fishes. It is caught with bottom trawls, longlines and handlines and is a food fish. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blue-checked javelinfish?
The Blue-checked javelinfish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Makes growling sounds with the pharyngeal teeth; bottom hunter and food fish of coastal waters.
Where does the Blue-checked javelinfish live?
The Blue-checked javelinfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Indo-West Pacific; coastal waters and soft bottoms.
How big does the Blue-checked javelinfish get?
The Blue-checked javelinfish grows to a maximum of about 40 cm.
Is the Blue-checked javelinfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Blue-checked javelinfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Blue-checked javelinfish edible?
Yes, the Blue-checked javelinfish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Pomadasys
More from the family Haemulidae
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