Barnes' Silverside
Hypoatherina barnesi
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–5 m
- Max size: 10 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A tiny silverside of lagoons and island shorelines, it gathers in dense daytime schools that leap from the water to dodge predators and is easily drawn to lights at night. Its sheer numbers make it important food for larger reef fishes.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Atheriniformes › Atherinidae › Hypoatherina
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 217884.
FAQ
- How deep does the Barnes' Silverside live?
- The Barnes' Silverside (Hypoatherina barnesi) is typically found at 0–5 m.
- Is the Barnes' Silverside dangerous to divers?
- The Barnes' Silverside is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Barnes' Silverside get?
- The Barnes' Silverside grows to about 10 cm.