Goldstripe Ponyfish (Karalla daura)

Also known as Black Slipmouth, Black-finned Slipmouth, Blacken Ponyfish, Gold-striped Ponyfish, Pugnose Pony, Soapy

Description

Also known as Black Slipmouth, Black-finned Slipmouth, Blacken Ponyfish, Gold-striped Ponyfish, Pugnose Pony, Soapy.

Found in small schools, in shallow waters, over muddy bottoms, of reefs.
They feed on bivalves, crustaceans, sponges, and worms.
Length - 14cm
Depth - 1-40m
Widespread Indo-West Pacific

Common in silty coastal areas and tidal creeks, often caught in trawls and beach nets. Ref: https://www.fishbase.se/summary/Karalla-daura

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