lautnusantara.com Pelagic fish are types of fish that live in open waters, far from the coast and the seabed. Here are the characteristics of pelagic fish:

# Physical
1. Slender and torpedo body shape.
2. Size varies, from small (10 cm) to large (3 meters).
3. Blue, green, or silver color, often with stripes or spots.
4. Strong dorsal and anal fins.
5. Wedge-shaped tail.

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# Behavior
1. Live in open waters, far from the coast.
2. Move in groups (schooling).
3. Active during the day and night.
4. Omnivores, eat plankton, small fish, and crustaceans.
5. Seasonal migration to find food or breed.

# Classification
1. Family: Scombridae (mackerel), Clupeidae (anchovies), and others.
2. Genus: Scomber, Thunnus, etc.
3. Species: More than 1,000 types of pelagic fish.

# Examples of Pelagic Fish
1. Tuna (Thunnus spp.)
2. Mackerel (Scomber scombrus)
3. Anchovies (Clupea spp.)
4. Sardines (Sardina pilchardus)
5. Skipjack Tuna (Euthynnus affinis)

# Habitat
1. Tropical and subtropical waters.
2. Depth 0-1,000 meters.
3. Open waters, far from the coast.

# Ecological Role
1. Predator eaters that regulate small fish populations.
2. Food source for large fish and marine mammals.
3. Indicator of marine ecosystem health.

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# Other Characteristics
1. Able to swim fast.
2. Has high adaptability.
3. Can live in various temperatures and salinities.

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