The Nickol Bay hairtail (Trichiurus nickolensis) is a saltwater fish of the family Trichiuridae that grows up to 70 cm.
Description
The Nickol Bay hairtail is a hairtail (Trichiuridae) from turbid coastal and estuarine water of northwestern Australia. The species grows to about 80 cm and has a very elongate, ribbon-like, shiny silvery body without a true tail fin, ending in a thin filament, and a mouth full of sharp teeth. As a predator it makes daily vertical migrations and hunts small fish, squid and crustaceans. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Nickol Bay hairtail?
The Nickol Bay hairtail has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Nickol Bay hairtail live?
The Nickol Bay hairtail lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Nickol Bay hairtail get?
The Nickol Bay hairtail grows to a maximum of about 70 cm.
Is the Nickol Bay hairtail dangerous to humans?
No, the Nickol Bay hairtail is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Trichiurus
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