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The Deepwater cornetfish (Fistularia corneta) is a saltwater fish of the family Fistulariidae that grows up to 106 cm.
Eastern Pacific; depths of more than 30 m along continental and insular margins.
Description
The Pacific cornetfish is a cornetfish of the family Fistulariidae from the eastern Pacific. The species grows to about one metre and has an extremely elongate, thin body with a long, tubular snout and a thread-like extension in the middle of the tail fin. Adults live at depths greater than 30 metres along continental and insular margins. With its long tube snout it suddenly sucks up small fishes and shrimps, as with a pipette. Owing to its slender, elongate shape it is little noticed among vegetation and over sand flats. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Deepwater cornetfish?
The Deepwater cornetfish has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Extremely elongated body with a tubular snout and a thread-like tail extension; sucks up prey like a pipette.
Where does the Deepwater cornetfish live?
The Deepwater cornetfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around open water. Eastern Pacific; depths of more than 30 m along continental and insular margins.
How big does the Deepwater cornetfish get?
The Deepwater cornetfish grows to a maximum of about 106 cm. On average the species is around 20 cm.
Is the Deepwater cornetfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Deepwater cornetfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Deepwater cornetfish edible?
The Deepwater cornetfish is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Fistularia
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