Species profile
O'io (Bonefish)
Albula glossodonta
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At a glance
O'io (Bonefish) (Albula glossodonta) is an IUCN Vulnerable bony-fish species with specific harvest rules tracked in 1 of 66 jurisdictions covered by CatchRules.
Confirmed by 15 research-grade iNaturalist observations, concentrated in Hawaii.
Notable details
- When hooked, bonefish make blistering runs that can strip 100 yards of backing from a fly reel in seconds.
- Their underslung mouth is perfectly shaped for rooting shrimp, crabs, and worms out of sandy tidal flats.
- The name 'bonefish' refers to their dense network of tiny intramuscular bones, which makes them poor eating despite their prized status.
- Albula glossodonta can grow to about 35 inches long and are commonly found in schools patrolling shallow tropical flats.
- They are so wary that fly anglers must cast several feet ahead of a moving school to avoid spooking it.
Where O'io (Bonefish) are seen
Background
Albula glossodonta (roundjaw bonefish, shortjaw bonefish, Indo-Pacific bonefish, sharpjaw bonefish, or smallmouth bonefish) is a type of marine fish found in the Pacific Ocean. They grow up to 70 cm.
Background excerpt adapted from Wikipedia's O'io (Bonefish) article (CC BY-SA). Visit Wikipedia for the full entry.
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Frequently asked questions
What is O'io (Bonefish)?
O'io (Bonefish) (Albula glossodonta) is an IUCN Vulnerable bony-fish species with specific harvest rules tracked in 1 of 66 jurisdictions covered by CatchRules.
What is the scientific name for O'io (Bonefish)?
O'io (Bonefish) is Albula glossodonta.
Are there fishing rules for O'io (Bonefish)?
O'io (Bonefish) does not currently have published fishing rules in CatchRules' curated jurisdictions. Identification, range, and habitat are still tracked above.
How can I identify O'io (Bonefish)?
Take a photo with the free CatchRules app for iPhone or Android — on-device identification recognizes O'io (Bonefish) along with ~1,500 other species. No sign-up, unlimited use.
Photo credit: iNaturalist / Wikipedia. Identification reference only — verify regulations with the issuing wildlife agency before retaining a catch.