Fishing for Atlantic thread herring

Opisthonema oglinum

The Atlantic thread herring is a small, silvery fish found in coastal waters of the western Atlantic Ocean. It typically measures 6-8 inches in length and weighs around 0.5 pounds. This schooling fish feeds on plankton and small crustaceans. It is characterized by its elongated, thread-like fin and is known for its agile swimming behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

Common depth

3 ft - 164 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Reports of ciguatera poisoning

Source: Fishbase

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