The silver hatchetfish, notable for its unique hatchet-shaped body, is a small fish typically found in the upper layers of slow-moving tropical waters. It measures about 2-2.5 inches in length and weighs only a few ounces. Known for its ability to glide above water surfaces, it exhibits schooling behavior and is active primarily during dusk and dawn. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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