Take the Bonefish Quiz and Dive into the World of Angling

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Welcome to the Bonefish Quiz, where you can test your knowledge and learn more about one of the fastest species of fish! This fish is known for its impressive speeds, they have been known to reach up to 40 miles per hour as well as their natural hiding abilities - their silver and blue-green coloring helps camouflage them in their surroundings.
Take the quiz to test your knowledge of Bonefish if you believe you know everything there is to know about them or if you want to learn more about this slippery speedster!
Quiz Questions
- What is the scientific name for the Bonefish?
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- Albula lupus
- Albula vulpes
- Albula canis
- Albula piscis
- What is the average lifespan of a Bonefish?
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- 2-5 years
- 6-8 years
- 14-18 years
- 5-15 years
- Where do Bonefish live?
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- Arctic waters
- Tropical oceans
- Mountain lakes
- Freshwater rivers
- What is the average weight of a Bonefish?
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- 3-5 pounds
- 9-11 pounds
- 6-8 pounds
- 1-2 pounds
- What is the average length of a Bonefish?
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- 12-16 inches
- 22-26 inches
- 17-21 inches
- 27-31 inches
- What is the main diet of a Bonefish?
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- Crustaceans
- Small fish
- Insects
- Plants
- What is the main predator of a Bonefish?
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- Seals
- Sharks
- Barracudas
- Dolphins
- What is the main habitat of a Bonefish?
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- Kelp forests
- Coral reefs
- Seagrass beds
- Open ocean
- What is the main method of reproduction for Bonefish?
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- Eggs
- Budding
- Live birth
- Spawning
- What is the main color of a Bonefish?
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- Silver
- Red
- Blue
- Green
- What is the main distinguishing feature of a Bonefish?
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- Large fins
- Long snout
- Spines
- Bright colors
- What is the main method of hunting for Bonefish?
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- Chasing
- Digging
- Filter feeding
- Ambush
- What is the main method of defense for Bonefish?
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- Ink
- Camouflage
- Speed
- Spines
- What is the main method of social interaction for Bonefish?
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- Pairs
- Solitary
- Large schools
- Small groups
- What is the main method of respiration for Bonefish?
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- Skin
- Lungs
- Gills
- Spiracles
Types Of Bonefish
This fish belongs to the Albulidae family and is in the genus Albula. They were once thought to be a single species but there are currently 11 recognized living species. Eight of these can be found in the waters of the Pacific Ocean and three can be found in the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. The largest and most widespread of the Atlantic species is Albula vulpes. Here are some of the additional species:
Interesting Bonefish Facts
This is a very popular fish for anglers and one of the most sought-after species in the Florida Keys, accounting for roughly 95 percent of recreational fishing. Due to the fact that they are a near-threatened species, they are now a protected species in many parts of the world and Florida has made it illegal to keep a bonefish. They are part of a catch-and-release program, so if you are fishing and should catch one, you must release it back into the water. Read on for more interesting facts.


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