Fin's Fish Guide
The Sawback poacher (Sarritor frenatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Agonidae that grows up to 27 cm.
Description
The sawback poacher is a small poacher from the cold waters of the northern Pacific. The species grows to about 27 cm and has an elongate body entirely armoured with bony plates, a pointed snout with barbel-like feelers and a row of saw-like spinelets along the back. As a bottom-dweller it lives on sand and mud bottoms of the continental shelf and slope and searches for small crustaceans and worms. The fish is harmless to humans. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Sawback poacher?
The Sawback poacher has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Bony armour and saw-shaped small dorsal spines; bottom-searching armoured gurnard
Where does the Sawback poacher live?
The Sawback poacher lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. North Pacific
How big does the Sawback poacher get?
The Sawback poacher grows to a maximum of about 27 cm.
Is the Sawback poacher dangerous to humans?
No, the Sawback poacher 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 Sawback poacher edible?
The Sawback poacher is not usually eaten.
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