Other Saltwater
Moi
Polydactylus sexfilis
SaltwaterPolynemidaeNot Evaluated
About
Moi, also known as the Pacific threadfin, is a slender, silvery fish characterized by its elongated pectoral fin filaments, which it uses to probe the seafloor for food. They are typically found in shallow coastal waters and are known for their delicate flavor, making them a prized food fish.
- Average size
- 12-18 inches, up to 3 lbs
- Colors
- Silvery body with a slightly darker back, often with faint dusky bars along the sides. The fins are generally translucent or pale yellow.
- Diet
- Small crustaceans, worms, and other invertebrates found in the sand and mud.
- Region
- Hawaii (native), introduced to other Pacific Islands