Royal Threadfin
Pentanemus quinquarius
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–70 m
- Max size: 35 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: VU
The royal threadfin trails long, separate lower fin rays that sweep the bottom like feelers as it hunts fish and shrimp over sand and mud. It frequents brackish coastal water and estuaries and is listed as vulnerable under fishing pressure.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Carangaria incertae sedis › Polynemidae › Pentanemus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282202.
FAQ
- How deep does the Royal Threadfin live?
- The Royal Threadfin (Pentanemus quinquarius) is typically found at 10–70 m.
- Is the Royal Threadfin dangerous to divers?
- The Royal Threadfin is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Royal Threadfin get?
- The Royal Threadfin grows to about 35 cm.