Chanos chanos

Chanos chanos (Forsskål, 1775) is a species of actinopterygii belonging to the family Chanidae (order Gonorynchiformes).

Common name. In English this species is commonly known as the milkfish.

Taxonomy. The scientific name Chanos chanos (Forsskål, 1775) places this species within the actinopterygii lineage, among the most diverse vertebrates on Earth.

Description & ecology. As a member of Gonorynchiformes, Chanos chanos exhibits the group's characteristic adaptations: a actinopterygii fish Its biology reflects the demands of its particular habitat and life history within the family Chanidae.

Distribution. The species occurs within the natural range of its lineage; precise localities and depth preferences are documented in the taxonomic literature for Chanidae.

Human relevance. Like many fishes, it may be of interest to fisheries, aquaculture, the aquarium trade, or conservation, depending on its abundance and distribution.