Dorab Wolfherring

A slender, wolf-like predatory herring with a distinctive upturned mouth lined with sharp fang-like teeth. Silvery with a blue-green back. A fast-moving surface predator found in open UAE coastal waters. Often caught on small lures and provides surprising sport on light tackle.

Species Stats

Diet

Fish, squid

Habitat

Open coastal and offshore waters

Local Name (Arabic)

حاف

Fun Facts

• 1

  Despite looking like a herring, its large teeth make it an active predatory fish.

• 2

  The upturned mouth is perfectly adapted for surface-feeding on smaller fish.

• 3

  Can leap clear of the water when hooked, providing exciting sport.

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