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The Filamentous mojarra (Gerres filamentosus) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Gerreidae that grows up to 39 cm.
Description
The whipfin silver-biddy is a silvery coastal fish of the family Gerreidae from the Indian and western Pacific Oceans. The species grows to about 39 cm and has a deep, laterally compressed body, a highly protrusible mouth and an elongate, thread-like front dorsal-fin ray. Adults live over soft, sandy bottoms in coastal waters, while juveniles grow up in brackish mangrove estuaries and sometimes enter fresh water. With its protrusible mouth it digs up small bottom animals. The species is fished locally. It is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Filamentous mojarra?
The Filamentous mojarra has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a spots pattern. Elongated, thread-like dorsal fin ray and a highly protrusible mouth.
Where does the Filamentous mojarra live?
The Filamentous mojarra lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Indian and western Pacific Ocean, from East Africa to Oceania.
How big does the Filamentous mojarra get?
The Filamentous mojarra grows to a maximum of about 39 cm. On average the species is around 15 cm.
Is the Filamentous mojarra dangerous to humans?
No, the Filamentous mojarra is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Filamentous mojarra edible?
The Filamentous mojarra is rarely eaten.
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