The Swallowtail dart is a sleek, silver fish known for its distinctive forked tail. It inhabits coastal waters and coral reefs, feeding primarily on small crustaceans and fish. Typically reaching up to 18 inches in length and weighing around 3 pounds, this agile swimmer is often seen in schools, displaying dynamic and coordinated movements. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Swallowtail dart
Frenchmans Bay (Moreton Bay)
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Swallowtail dart
Wollongong City coastal waters
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Swallowtail dart
Fraser Coast Regional coastal water
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Frenchmans Bay (Moreton Bay)
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Swallowtail dart
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Swallowtail dart
Northern Beaches coastal waters
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