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The Dove's longfin herring (Opisthopterus dovii) is a brackish-water fish of the family Pristigasteridae that grows up to 23 cm.
Description
Dove's longfin herring is a herring-like fish of the family Pristigasteridae from the eastern Pacific, from Mexico to Peru. The species reaches about 23 cm and has an elongate, strongly compressed, silvery body with a sharp, keeled belly edge and a conspicuously long anal fin. It occurs in coastal waters and may enter brackish water. The diet consists mainly of small fishes. It is a schooling fish caught locally in coastal fisheries, but of modest value owing to its fine bones.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Dove's longfin herring?
The Dove's longfin herring has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Long anal fin and a sharp, keeled belly edge; shoaling coastal herring.
Where does the Dove's longfin herring live?
The Dove's longfin herring lives in brackish water and is mostly found around open water. Eastern Pacific, from Mexico to Peru.
How big does the Dove's longfin herring get?
The Dove's longfin herring grows to a maximum of about 23 cm. On average the species is around 18 cm.
Is the Dove's longfin herring dangerous to humans?
No, the Dove's longfin herring is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Dove's longfin herring edible?
The Dove's longfin herring is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Opisthopterus
More from the family Pristigasteridae
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