The Mexican needlefish is a slender, elongated fish with a sharp, beak-like snout. It primarily feeds on small fish and crustaceans. Inhabiting coastal waters and estuaries, it can grow up to 36 inches and weigh around 5 pounds. Known for its agility, this species often leaps out of the water to escape predators. This summary is AI generated
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Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Mexican needlefish.