Fin's Fish Guide
The Longtail silverbiddy (Gerres longirostris) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Gerreidae that grows up to 45 cm.
Description
The strongspine silverbiddy is a fish of the mojarra family (Gerreidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species has an elongate, silvery body with a highly protrusible mouth that it can extend downward as a tube to sift the bottom. Adults live in clear coastal waters to about 50 m deep; juveniles often stay in freshwater-influenced estuaries and lagoons. On the bottom it sifts small invertebrates from the sediment. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Longtail silverbiddy?
The Longtail silverbiddy has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Highly protrusible tube mouth for sifting the bottom; juveniles in estuaries, adults on coastal reefs.
Where does the Longtail silverbiddy live?
The Longtail silverbiddy lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific; clear coastal waters, juveniles in estuaries.
How big does the Longtail silverbiddy get?
The Longtail silverbiddy grows to a maximum of about 45 cm. On average the species is around 20 cm.
Is the Longtail silverbiddy dangerous to humans?
No, the Longtail silverbiddy is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Longtail silverbiddy edible?
Yes, the Longtail silverbiddy is commonly eaten.
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