Small-Scale Sillago
Sillago parvisquamis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–30 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: EN
This small whiting lives in the tidal flats and estuaries near large river mouths, where its numbers are falling. Land reclamation and pollution have eaten away at the muddy habitat it depends on. Its firm flesh is well liked in Japan, and it is now listed as endangered.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sillaginidae › Sillago
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273951.
FAQ
- How deep does the Small-Scale Sillago live?
- The Small-Scale Sillago (Sillago parvisquamis) is typically found at 0–30 m.
- Is the Small-Scale Sillago dangerous to divers?
- The Small-Scale Sillago is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Small-Scale Sillago get?
- The Small-Scale Sillago grows to about 30 cm.