Fishing for Bigwing halfbeak

Oxyporhamphus micropterus

The Bigwing halfbeak is a slender, elongated fish known for its distinctive long lower jaw. It typically measures around 8 inches and weighs up to 0.5 pounds. This surface-dwelling species inhabits warm coastal waters, feeding primarily on small crustaceans and plankton. Bigwing halfbeaks are social creatures, often found in schools near the water's surface. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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