The Tommyfish (Limnichthys polyactis) is a saltwater fish of the family Creediidae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
The tommyfish is a small sandburrower (Creediidae) from coastal waters of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 7 cm and has a slender, pale, partly translucent body with high-set eyes. As a bottom-dweller it often lies buried up to the eyes in sand bottoms near reefs and from there snaps at passing small zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Tommyfish?
The Tommyfish has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly white.
Where does the Tommyfish live?
The Tommyfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Tommyfish get?
The Tommyfish grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Tommyfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Tommyfish is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Limnichthys
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