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The Philippine snubnose mojarra (Melapedalion breve) is a brackish-water fish of the family Hemiramphidae that grows up to 23 cm.
Description
The Philippine snubnose mojarra is a mojarra (Gerreidae) from coastal and brackish water of the western Pacific. The species grows to about 23 cm and has a deep, silvery, laterally compressed body with a blunt snout and a far-protrusible mouth. As a bottom-oriented omnivore it sifts mouthfuls of sand and mud from shallow coastal bottoms, estuaries and mangroves, filtering out worms, small crustaceans and detritus. It is a food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Philippine snubnose mojarra?
The Philippine snubnose mojarra has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Philippine snubnose mojarra live?
The Philippine snubnose mojarra lives in brackish water and is mostly found around open water. Asia: Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines
How big does the Philippine snubnose mojarra get?
The Philippine snubnose mojarra grows to a maximum of about 23 cm.
Is the Philippine snubnose mojarra dangerous to humans?
No, the Philippine snubnose mojarra 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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