Silverside
Argentina australiae
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 30–400 m
- Max size: 13 cm
- For divers: safe
A small, big eyed smelt of cool southern waters, this argentine drifts in midwater over the continental shelf and slope. Its slender, silvery body slips through the dim depths down to a few hundred metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Argentiniformes › Argentinidae › Argentina
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 272892.
FAQ
- How deep does the Silverside live?
- The Silverside (Argentina australiae) is typically found at 30–400 m.
- Is the Silverside dangerous to divers?
- The Silverside is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Silverside get?
- The Silverside grows to about 13 cm.