Fishing for Milkfish

Chanos chanos

The milkfish is a streamlined, silver-colored fish commonly found in warm, coastal waters and estuaries. It primarily feeds on algae and small invertebrates. Reaching up to 59 inches in length and weighing around 30 pounds, milkfish are known for their schooling behavior and are popular in aquaculture due to their rapid growth and adaptability. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Freshwater / Mixed

Common depth

2 ft - 2 ft

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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