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The Glass perch (Ambassis interrupta) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Ambassidae that grows up to 12 cm.
Indo-West Pacific; brackish water, mangroves and estuaries near the sea.
Description
The estuary glassfish is a glassfish (Ambassidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species is small and has a translucent, silvery body. It occurs in brackish water, mangroves, estuaries and freshwater streams, usually within about 20 km of the sea. It lives in schools and feeds on small zooplankton, small crustaceans and insect larvae, and is an important prey fish for larger fishes. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Glass perch?
The Glass perch has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Translucent glassfish of mangroves and estuaries, usually within 20 km of the sea.
Where does the Glass perch live?
The Glass perch lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Indo-West Pacific; brackish water, mangroves and estuaries near the sea.
How big does the Glass perch get?
The Glass perch grows to a maximum of about 12 cm. On average the species is around 5 cm.
Is the Glass perch dangerous to humans?
No, the Glass perch is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Glass perch edible?
The Glass perch is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Ambassis
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