Whitetongue Jack

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Uraspis helvola

Whitetongue Jack, a reference photo
Photo: Dr. James P. McVey, NOAA Sea Grant Program · Public domain

The whitetongue jack (Uraspis helvola) is a species of jack in the family Carangidae. It is found in all tropical and subtropical oceans worldwide. Adults can grow up to 58 centimetres (23 in).

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Whitetongue Jack 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
Carangiformes
Family
Carangidae
Genus
Uraspis
Species
Uraspis helvola

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