Fishing for Philippine dartfish

Parioglossus philippinus

The Philippine dartfish is a small, vibrant fish typically measuring around 2 inches in length and weighing less than 0.1 pounds. It inhabits shallow coastal waters and coral reefs. Its slender body and quick movements aid in catching small invertebrates and plankton. Known for its social behavior, it often forms small groups while foraging. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase