Fishing for Finespotted jawfish

Opistognathus punctatus

The finespotted jawfish is a small marine fish known for its elongated body and distinctive spotted pattern. Typically reaching up to 6 inches in length and weighing around 0.3 pounds, it inhabits sandy or rubble substrates in shallow tropical waters. This species exhibits burrowing behavior and feeds primarily on plankton and small invertebrates, using its large mouth to capture prey. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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