Atherinopsidae (Neotropical silversides), subfamily: Menidiinae |
13 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
benthopelagic; marine |
Western Central Atlantic: southern part of the Caribbean. Coasts of Central and South America (Ref. 26938). |
Anal soft rays: 22-26 |
Found over sandy bottoms. Feeds on zooplankton. |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 28 January 2013 Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
Reported from Panama to Brazil, abundant in Venezuela (Ref. 13325). Occurence in the country needs verification. |
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