Longjaw Bonefish
Albula argentea
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–90 m
- Max size: 70 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
A silvery, fast swimming bonefish of shallow lagoons and sandy flats, it roots in the bottom for buried worms and shellfish. It rarely strays onto coral reefs, preferring sheltered sandy ground.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Albuliformes › Albulidae › Albula
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275407.
FAQ
- How deep does the Longjaw Bonefish live?
- The Longjaw Bonefish (Albula argentea) is typically found at 0–90 m.
- Is the Longjaw Bonefish dangerous to divers?
- The Longjaw Bonefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Longjaw Bonefish get?
- The Longjaw Bonefish grows to about 70 cm.