Oriental Sillago
Sillago aeolus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–60 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
The oriental sillago lives in inshore coastal waters and bays over silty bottoms, where the young burrow into the sand. It spawns repeatedly through the season and reaches about 30 cm, though its flesh spoils quickly.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sillaginidae › Sillago
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218370.
FAQ
- How deep does the Oriental Sillago live?
- The Oriental Sillago (Sillago aeolus) is typically found at 0–60 m.
- Is the Oriental Sillago dangerous to divers?
- The Oriental Sillago is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Oriental Sillago get?
- The Oriental Sillago grows to about 30 cm.