Philippine Snubnose Halfbeak
Melapedalion breve
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–1 m
- Max size: 22.7 cm
- For divers: safe
A slim coastal halfbeak with the long lower jaw typical of its family, it cruises just under the surface over sandy patches and seagrass. It was netted in Indonesia alongside silverbiddies and silversides, and grows to a little over twenty centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Beloniformes › Hemiramphidae › Melapedalion
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 281548.
FAQ
- How deep does the Philippine Snubnose Halfbeak live?
- The Philippine Snubnose Halfbeak (Melapedalion breve) is typically found at 0–1 m.
- Is the Philippine Snubnose Halfbeak dangerous to divers?
- The Philippine Snubnose Halfbeak is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Philippine Snubnose Halfbeak get?
- The Philippine Snubnose Halfbeak grows to about 22.7 cm.