Fin's Fish Guide
The Glassfish (Pentaprion longimanus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Gerreidae that grows up to 15 cm.
Description
The longfin mojarra is a mojarra (Gerreidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species has a silvery, laterally compressed body with a highly protrusible mouth and elongated front dorsal fin rays. It inhabits coastal waters and forms large schools. With its protrusible mouth it snaps small bottom animals from the sediment. It is caught among other things for fish meal. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Glassfish?
The Glassfish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Far protrusible mouth and elongated front dorsal fin rays; schooling coastal fish.
Where does the Glassfish live?
The Glassfish lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Indo-West Pacific; coastal waters.
How big does the Glassfish get?
The Glassfish grows to a maximum of about 15 cm. On average the species is around 10 cm.
Is the Glassfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Glassfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Glassfish edible?
The Glassfish is rarely eaten.
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