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steindachneri
Family
Bramidae
INDO-WEST PACIFIC / HAWAII /
EASTERN PACIFIC
Taractichthys steindachneri
SICKLE POMFRET MONCHONG
Hirojiro-manzaiuo
Inhabits open ocean depths from 150 to 3000 feet,
migrating toward the surface to feed on zooplankton at night.
Armor-like scales, white margin on caudal fin, plate-like ribs.
Indo-Pacific. Landed as bycatch by tuna longline vessels.
Excellent eating, with oily light flesh. Attains 24 inches &
24 pounds, 8 years. |
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