Feathered River-Garfish
Zenarchopterus dispar
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–3 m
- Max size: 19 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A slender halfbeak of mangrove fringed bays, it hangs just under the surface in sheltered shallows, its long lower jaw extended below a short upper one. The newly hatched young float on the surface film among the estuarine mangroves before taking up adult life.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Beloniformes › Zenarchopteridae › Zenarchopterus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 220018.
FAQ
- How deep does the Feathered River-Garfish live?
- The Feathered River-Garfish (Zenarchopterus dispar) is typically found at 0–3 m.
- Is the Feathered River-Garfish dangerous to divers?
- The Feathered River-Garfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Feathered River-Garfish get?
- The Feathered River-Garfish grows to about 19 cm.