Reticulated Flagtail

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Kuhlia sandvicensis

Reticulated Flagtail, a reference photo
Photo: National Park Service photo - Bryan Harry · Public domain

Kuhlia sandvicensis, the reticulated flagtail, zebra-headed flagtail or Hawaiian flagtail, is a species of ray-finned fish, a flagtail from the family Kuhliidae which is found in the central Pacific Ocean. It is popular as a game fish and can also be found in the aquarium trade.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Reticulated Flagtail being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Actinopterygii
Order
Centrarchiformes
Family
Kuhliidae
Genus
Kuhlia
Species
Kuhlia sandvicensis

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