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The Pacific silverstripe halfbeak (Hyporhamphus naos) is a brackish-water fish of the family Hemiramphidae that grows up to 29 cm.
Description
The Pacific silverstripe halfbeak is a slender halfbeak from the eastern Pacific, along the coasts of Central and South America. The species grows to about 29 cm and has an elongate, silvery body with a shiny lateral stripe and a greatly elongated, needle-like lower jaw. As a surface swimmer it schools in shallow coastal and estuarine water and feeds on small zooplankton and drifting algae. The fish is harmless to humans and is a local bait and food fish. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Pacific silverstripe halfbeak?
The Pacific silverstripe halfbeak has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Needle-shaped elongated lower jaw; schooling surface swimmer
Where does the Pacific silverstripe halfbeak live?
The Pacific silverstripe halfbeak lives in brackish water and is mostly found around open water. Eastern Pacific
How big does the Pacific silverstripe halfbeak get?
The Pacific silverstripe halfbeak grows to a maximum of about 29 cm.
Is the Pacific silverstripe halfbeak dangerous to humans?
No, the Pacific silverstripe 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.
Is the Pacific silverstripe halfbeak edible?
The Pacific silverstripe halfbeak is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Hyporhamphus
More from the family Hemiramphidae
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