Bonefishes are a group of fast-swimming silvery fishes with a single dorsal fin, deeply forked tail, and underslung mouth.  Numerous species are found in warm seas around the world but are difficult for the casual observer to identify to the species level.  Bonefishes feed upon buried invertebrates.

Hanauma Bay, Oahu, 25 feet

Hanauma Bay, Oahu, 10 feet

Found on sand flats to at least 100 feet.  Has soft light-colored flesh that is often used to make fishcake.  Attains about 28 inches.  Does not have a yellow spot at the base of the pectoral fin.  Hawaii, Indo-Pacific, and the Red Sea. 

North Shore, Oahu, 60 feet

North Shore, Oahu, 60 feet

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