Echeneis neucratoides

Parasites

Whitefin sharksucker
Weissflossen-Schiffshalter
Witvin remora
Rémora à queue blanche
Pega aletablanca;Remora de aleta blanca
Remora

Distribution

The tropical Atlantic

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally found in the open sea.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 0 and 50 Meters.
Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
The species is a parasite of other fish
The animal shows curiosity towards the diver

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 75 cm

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!