The finescale menhaden is a small, schooling fish found in the Gulf of Mexico. It typically measures 6-8 inches and weighs around 0.5 pounds. Characterized by its compressed body and fine scales, it feeds on plankton through filter feeding. Preferring coastal waters, it plays a crucial role in the marine food web as prey for larger predators. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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