Author: (van Hasselt, 1823)
FBname: Spottail needlefish
Comments: Found in coastal areas and mangrove-lined lagoons, also enters freshwater.  Carnivorous.  Feeds mainly on small fishes, especially clupeoids.  Occurs at temperatures ranging from  26 to 29°C (Ref. 4959).  Oviparous (Ref. 205).  Eggs may be found attached to objects in the water by tendrils on the egg's surface (Ref. 205).  Sold fresh in markets.