Silver Stardrum
Stellifer illecebrosus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–60 m
- Max size: 25 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A drum of shallow warm water over mud, this fish grows to about 25 centimetres and is common in local markets. It feeds mainly on drifting crustaceans, along with marine worms and other bottom invertebrates.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sciaenidae › Stellifer
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276159.
FAQ
- How deep does the Silver Stardrum live?
- The Silver Stardrum (Stellifer illecebrosus) is typically found at 10–60 m.
- Is the Silver Stardrum dangerous to divers?
- The Silver Stardrum is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Silver Stardrum get?
- The Silver Stardrum grows to about 25 cm.