Garfish
Tylosurus imperialis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–10 m
- Max size: 1.4 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A long, slim needlefish with a beak full of fine teeth, slicing through offshore and coastal surface waters after small fish. Its eggs carry tendrils that snag onto floating objects to keep them anchored. Eating it has occasionally caused ciguatera poisoning.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Beloniformes › Belonidae › Tylosurus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 126380.
FAQ
- How deep does the Garfish live?
- The Garfish (Tylosurus imperialis) is typically found at 0–10 m.
- Is the Garfish dangerous to divers?
- The Garfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Garfish get?
- The Garfish grows to about 1.4 m.