Leerfish
Lichia amia
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–50 m
- Max size: 2 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A large, silvery predator of the jack family reaching two metres, the leerfish hunts smaller fish in coastal surf and estuaries. Fast and powerful, it sometimes pushes into the lower reaches of rivers chasing prey.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Carangiformes › Carangidae › Lichia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 126810.
FAQ
- How deep does the Leerfish live?
- The Leerfish (Lichia amia) is typically found at 0–50 m.
- Is the Leerfish dangerous to divers?
- The Leerfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Leerfish get?
- The Leerfish grows to about 2 m.