The Whitemouth jack (Uraspis uraspis) is a saltwater fish of the family Carangidae that grows up to 28 cm.
Description
The whitemouth jack is a jack from the Indo-West Pacific, ranging from the Red Sea and Persian Gulf through India to the Philippines, Hawaii and northern Australia. The species grows to about 28 cm and is named for the conspicuously white inside of the mouth and tongue against a dark body. It lives in open coastal water between 20 and 140 metres depth and hunts bottom crustaceans and squid. The fish is harmless to humans and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Whitemouth jack?
The Whitemouth jack has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Whitemouth jack live?
The Whitemouth jack lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Whitemouth jack get?
The Whitemouth jack grows to a maximum of about 28 cm.
Is the Whitemouth jack dangerous to humans?
No, the Whitemouth jack is harmless to humans.
Is the Whitemouth jack edible?
Yes, the Whitemouth jack is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Uraspis
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