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The Banded drepane (Drepane longimana) is a brackish-water fish of the family Drepaneidae that grows up to 50 cm.
Description
The sicklefish is a sicklefish (Drepaneidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species has a deep, almost round, strongly laterally compressed, silvery body with very long, sickle-shaped pectoral fins, to which the name refers. It occurs in coastal waters on sand and mud bottoms, reefs, estuaries and harbours to less than 50 m deep. With its protrusible mouth it searches the bottom for worms, small crustaceans and molluscs. It is a food fish. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Banded drepane?
The Banded drepane has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Deep, round body with very long, sickle-shaped pectoral fins; protrusible mouth for searching the bottom.
Where does the Banded drepane live?
The Banded drepane lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific; coastal waters, estuaries and harbours.
How big does the Banded drepane get?
The Banded drepane grows to a maximum of about 50 cm. On average the species is around 23 cm.
Is the Banded drepane dangerous to humans?
No, the Banded drepane is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Banded drepane edible?
Yes, the Banded drepane is commonly eaten.
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