Fishing for Elongate ilisha

Ilisha elongata

The elongate ilisha is a slender, silvery fish found in coastal and estuarine waters. It typically measures 12-16 inches and weighs 1-2 pounds. Its diet consists mainly of small crustaceans and plankton. Known for its streamlined body, this fish exhibits schooling behavior and migrates seasonally to spawn in freshwater environments. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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Elongate ilisha

八代海

20 in · 1 lb 5 oz

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