Fin's Fish Guide
The Glassy sprat (Hyperlophus translucidus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Clupeidae that grows up to 6 cm.
Description
The glassy sprat is a very small herring relative (Clupeidae) from shallow coastal and estuarine water of southeastern Australia. The species grows to about 7 cm and has a slender, strongly translucent, silvery body with a keeled belly and large eyes. As an open-water schooling fish it swims in dense groups in bays and river mouths and filters small zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Glassy sprat?
The Glassy sprat has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Glassy sprat live?
The Glassy sprat lives in brackish water and is mostly found around open water. Oceania: Australia
How big does the Glassy sprat get?
The Glassy sprat grows to a maximum of about 6 cm.
Is the Glassy sprat dangerous to humans?
No, the Glassy sprat is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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