Fishing for Indo-Pacific tarpon

Megalops cyprinoides

The Indo-Pacific tarpon is a coastal fish known for its elongated body and large, shiny scales. Typically reaching up to 40 inches and weighing around 25 pounds, it inhabits estuaries and mangroves. Its diet consists mainly of small fish and crustaceans. Notably, this species exhibits a unique behavior of gulping air to aid in respiration. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Freshwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Data deficient

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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