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Bluefish

Pomatomus saltatrix

Bluefish (Pomatomus saltatrix)Vulnerable
Fishcarnivore

The elf, also known as the bluefish, is a sleek marine fish found in temperate and subtropical waters worldwide, except the northern Pacific. It’s a favorite among anglers and is known by different names like tailor or shad depending on the region.

  • It’s the only living member of the Pomatomidae family.
  • Called tailor in Australia and New Zealand, elf in South Africa.
  • Thrives in both temperate and subtropical ocean waters.
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At a glance

Classification
Fish
Scientific name
Pomatomus saltatrix
Habitat
Ocean
Regions in this directory
Worldwide
Diet
carnivore
Relative size
medium
IUCN Red List
Vulnerable (VU)
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