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The Large-toothed ponyfish (Gazza achlamys) is a brackish-water fish of the family Leiognathidae that grows up to 17 cm.
Description
The smalltoothed ponyfish is a small ponyfish from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 17 cm and has a deep, silvery, strongly compressed body and a far-protrusible mouth with conspicuous canine teeth with which it sucks up small prey. It schools in shallow coastal and estuarine water and hunts small crustaceans and fish. It is a local food fish. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Large-toothed ponyfish?
The Large-toothed ponyfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Far protrusible mouth with small canine teeth; schooling silvery ponyfish
Where does the Large-toothed ponyfish live?
The Large-toothed ponyfish lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific
How big does the Large-toothed ponyfish get?
The Large-toothed ponyfish grows to a maximum of about 17 cm. On average the species is around 12 cm.
Is the Large-toothed ponyfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Large-toothed ponyfish 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 Large-toothed ponyfish edible?
Yes, the Large-toothed ponyfish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Gazza
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