Como identificar Garfish

Para identificar Garfish (Belone belone), observe estas características principais.

Características físicas

Formato do corpo

elongated

Coloração

Dorsal side is dark blue to greenish-blue, fading to silvery-white on the flanks and belly. A distinct silvery stripe often runs along the lateral line. The bones are characteristically green due to biliverdin pigment.

Tipo de escama

cycloid

Posição da boca

terminal

Características distintivas

Extremely elongated, slender body, Long, narrow, beak-like jaws, Jaws armed with numerous sharp, conical teeth, Dorsal and anal fins set far back on the body, nearly opposite each other, Green bones (due to biliverdin)

Nadadeira dorsal

Single dorsal fin, positioned far back on the body, with 16-20 soft rays. It is roughly symmetrical with the anal fin.

Nadadeira caudal

Caudal fin is forked, with the lower lobe slightly longer than the upper lobe.

Nadadeira peitoral

Small, triangular pectoral fins, positioned low on the body.

Nadadeiras características

Pelvic fins are small and located abdominally. The dorsal and anal fins are positioned posteriorly, giving the fish a streamlined appearance for fast swimming.

Dicas de identificação

1. 1

   Body Shape

   Look for an exceptionally long, thin, and cylindrical body, resembling a spear or needle.

2. 2

   Jaws

   The most striking feature is the very long, pointed upper and lower jaws, forming a 'beak' filled with small, sharp teeth.

3. 3

   Fin Placement

   Note the dorsal and anal fins are located very far back on the body, almost opposite each other, close to the caudal fin.

4. 4

   Coloration

   Observe the dark blue-green back, silvery sides, and white belly. The presence of green bones upon filleting is a definitive characteristic.

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