Fishing for Orangefin ponyfish

Photopectoralis bindus

The Orangefin ponyfish is a small, laterally compressed fish, typically reaching up to 6 inches and weighing around 0.5 pounds. It inhabits coastal waters and estuaries, favoring sandy or muddy substrates. This species feeds on plankton and small invertebrates. Known for its vibrant orange fins, it exhibits schooling behavior and is active during twilight hours. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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