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Spotted Archerfish

Toxotes chatareus

UncommonFish
Illustration of Spotted Archerfish (Toxotes chatareus)

The Spotted Archerfish is recognized for its ability to shoot jets of water to knock insects into the water. This fish has a distinctive spotted pattern along its body.

Habitat
Freshwater and brackish waters near mangroves.
Diet
Insectivorous, primarily feeding on insects and small fish.
How common
Uncommon

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