Fishing for Yellowfin menhaden

Brevoortia smithi
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The Yellowfin menhaden is a small, coastal fish characterized by its silver body and distinctive yellow fins. It typically measures 8-10 inches and weighs around 0.5 pounds. Preferring estuarine and nearshore waters, it feeds on plankton through filter feeding. Known for forming large schools, it plays a crucial role in the marine food web. This summary is AI generated

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Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

Common depth

? - 164 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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