Fin's Fish Guide
The Flagtail glassfish (Ambassis miops) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Ambassidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
The flagtail glassfish is a small glassfish of the Indo-Pacific, ranging from the Arabian Sea and India to Indonesia, northern Australia and Pacific islands. It grows to about 10 cm, but usually around 8 cm, and has a translucent, laterally compressed body with large eyes. It lives in clear creeks, river mouths and mangroves and tolerates salt, brackish and fresh water; the larvae develop at sea. The fish feeds on small invertebrates. It is harmless to humans and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Flagtail glassfish?
The Flagtail glassfish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Translucent body with large eyes; tolerates salt, brackish and fresh water
Where does the Flagtail glassfish live?
The Flagtail glassfish lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Indo-Pacific
How big does the Flagtail glassfish get?
The Flagtail glassfish grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Flagtail glassfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Flagtail glassfish 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 Flagtail glassfish edible?
The Flagtail glassfish is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Ambassis
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