Scientific Name: Lepturacanthus Savala/ Trichiurus Lepturus

Inhabits coastal waters and often comes near the surface at night. They feed on a variety of small fishes and crustaceans. It is caught mainly with shore seines, bagnets and coastal bottom trawls in Asian countries.

Ribbon fish is marketed fresh, frozen and iced as well as dried salted in some countries. 

Ribbon Fish is usually available throughout the year in varying quantities.