Full Moony
Monodactylus falciformis
- Group: Other
- Max size: 31 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A flat silvery diamond of a fish, the full moony drifts through coastal estuaries and lagoons and only rarely strays into fresh water. Young ones take well to aquariums, and the species is caught in throw nets along the shore.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Monodactylidae › Monodactylus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218696.
FAQ
- Is the Full Moony dangerous to divers?
- The Full Moony is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Full Moony get?
- The Full Moony grows to about 31 cm.