Spotnape ponyfish (Nuchequula nuchalis) is a saltwater, brackish species recorded in Hong Kong, Taiwan. The main season in Hong Kong, Taiwan runs all year.
Scientific name: Nuchequula nuchalis · Water: Saltwater, Brackish · Season: All year
Size: up to 25 cm
The spotnape ponyfish is a leiognathid of shallow coastal and brackish waters, where it aggregates in schools. It has one notable trait: it produces sound. Maximum about 25 cm total length and in season all year. Its fishing vulnerability is only 25 out of 100 and populations recover quickly. It is used as a food fish and is commonly caught by anglers.
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