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The Tubenose poacher (Pallasina barbata) is a saltwater fish of the family Agonidae that grows up to 17 cm.
North America: Canada, Japan, Korea (South), Mexico, Russia, Kuril Is. and others
Description
The tubenose poacher is an elongate poacher (Agonidae) from cold coastal waters of the northern Pacific. The species grows to about 17 cm and has a very slender, bony-plated, brownish body with a pointed, tube-shaped snout and a chin barbel. As a bottom-dweller it shelters among weed and seagrass of shallow coastal water and snaps at small crustaceans. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Tubenose poacher?
The Tubenose poacher has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Tubenose poacher live?
The Tubenose poacher lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. North America: Canada, Japan, Korea (South), Mexico, Russia, Kuril Is. and others
How big does the Tubenose poacher get?
The Tubenose poacher grows to a maximum of about 17 cm.
Is the Tubenose poacher dangerous to humans?
No, the Tubenose 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.
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