Hawaiian Giant Herring

Elops Hawaiensis
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Quick Facts

Scientific name Elops Hawaiensis
Other names Banana Fish, Chiro, Giant Herring, Hawaiian Ladyfish, Ladyfish, Pincushion Fish, Tenpounder, Torres Strait Herring
Size Up to 1.2 m (3.9 ft)
Weight Up to 10 kg (22 lb)

Distribution

Habitat & AU Distribution Coastal waters, lagoons, estuaries, mangroves, bays & harbours, sandy & silty areas
Depth Range
Hawaiian Giant Herring Distribution