Twoblotch Ponyfish

Nuchequula blochii

Twoblotch Ponyfish

A small ponyfish of shallow bottoms, it sifts small crustaceans, foraminiferans and nematodes from the seafloor while the young move into brackish water. It reaches only about 11 centimetres and is sold fresh, salted or ground into fishmeal.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Acanthuriformes › Leiognathidae › Nuchequula

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 398529.

FAQ

How deep does the Twoblotch Ponyfish live?
The Twoblotch Ponyfish (Nuchequula blochii) is typically found at 1–40 m.
Is the Twoblotch Ponyfish dangerous to divers?
The Twoblotch Ponyfish is harmless to divers.
How big does the Twoblotch Ponyfish get?
The Twoblotch Ponyfish grows to about 10.8 cm.