IUCN threat status:

Least Concern (LC)

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Found inshore, usually along sandy beaches, in bays and inlets (Ref. 9283). Enters estuaries and fresh water (Ref. 9283). Prefers turbid water (Ref. 9283). Occurs in schools, usually large and fast moving, often leaping out of the water (Ref. 9283). Juveniles may float at the surface with tail bent and head down. Feeds on fishes and crustaceans (Ref. 9283). Its dorsal and anal spines are connected to venomous glands that can inflict painful wounds (Ref. 9283). Venom glands were not visible, not able to be confirmed in specimen (Ref. 57406). Current information in the table (dangerous fish) do not match; needs verification. Juveniles have incisor-like outer teeth and serve as cleaners for other fish; as fish grow, their teeth become conical and their diet changes (Ref. 26938). Marketed fresh and salted or dried but the flesh is not highly esteemed (Ref. 9283).

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