The Mooneye is a freshwater fish known for its silvery, laterally compressed body and large eyes. It typically inhabits clear rivers and lakes in North America. Mooneyes feed on insects, crustaceans, and small fish. They grow up to 16 inches and weigh around 1-2 pounds. These fish are known for their schooling behavior and agile swimming. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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