Bigwing Halfbeak
Oxyporhamphus micropterus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–1 m
- Max size: 18.5 cm
- For divers: safe
The bigwing halfbeak is a true oceanic fish, never tied to the coast at any stage of its life. Oddly for a halfbeak it lacks the long extended lower jaw as an adult, and it scatters planktonic eggs and larvae in open water.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Beloniformes › Hemiramphidae › Oxyporhamphus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 217871.
FAQ
- How deep does the Bigwing Halfbeak live?
- The Bigwing Halfbeak (Oxyporhamphus micropterus) is typically found at 0–1 m.
- Is the Bigwing Halfbeak dangerous to divers?
- The Bigwing Halfbeak is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Bigwing Halfbeak get?
- The Bigwing Halfbeak grows to about 18.5 cm.