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The Onetooth halfbeak (Hyporhamphus unicuspis) is a saltwater fish of the family Hemiramphidae that grows up to 32 cm.
Description
The Onetooth halfbeak is a halfbeak (Hemiramphidae) from shallow coastal and estuarine water of the eastern Pacific. The species grows to about 25 cm and has a very slender, silvery body in which the lower jaw is extended into a long, needle-like beak while the upper jaw is short. As a surface fish it swims in schools just below the surface and snaps at drifting algae, insects fallen on the water, larvae and small zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Onetooth halfbeak?
The Onetooth halfbeak has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Onetooth halfbeak live?
The Onetooth halfbeak lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around open water. Asia: Bahrain, India, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and others
How big does the Onetooth halfbeak get?
The Onetooth halfbeak grows to a maximum of about 32 cm.
Is the Onetooth halfbeak dangerous to humans?
No, the Onetooth halfbeak 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.
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Same genus Hyporhamphus
More from the family Hemiramphidae
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