Asian Sillago
Sillago asiatica
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–50 m
- Max size: 15 cm
- For divers: safe
A small whiting of inshore waters, the Asian sillago reaches about fifteen centimetres over sandy shallows. It scatters floating eggs and often ends up in nets set for its larger relatives.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sillaginidae › Sillago
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273934.
FAQ
- How deep does the Asian Sillago live?
- The Asian Sillago (Sillago asiatica) is typically found at 10–50 m.
- Is the Asian Sillago dangerous to divers?
- The Asian Sillago is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Asian Sillago get?
- The Asian Sillago grows to about 15 cm.