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The Lowfin (Parequula melbournensis) is a saltwater fish of the family Gerreidae that grows up to 22 cm.
Temperate coastal waters of southern Australia; sandy and seagrass bottoms.
Description
The silverbelly is a fish of the mojarra family (Gerreidae) from the temperate coastal waters of southern Australia. The species has a deep, silvery, laterally compressed body with a highly protrusible mouth that it can extend downward as a tube to sift the bottom. It occurs on the continental shelf over sand and seagrass bottoms. On the bottom it sifts small invertebrates and organic material from the sediment. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Lowfin?
The Lowfin has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Highly protrusible tube mouth for sifting the bottom; inhabits sand and seagrass.
Where does the Lowfin live?
The Lowfin lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Temperate coastal waters of southern Australia; sandy and seagrass bottoms.
How big does the Lowfin get?
The Lowfin grows to a maximum of about 22 cm.
Is the Lowfin dangerous to humans?
No, the Lowfin is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Lowfin edible?
The Lowfin is rarely eaten.
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