Smalleye Stardrum
Stellifer microps
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: to 40 m
- Max size: 20 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small drum that works sandy mud bottoms in coastal waters and pushes up into river estuaries down to about 40 metres. It feeds on bottom dwelling organisms and is mostly processed into fishmeal and other byproducts.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sciaenidae › Stellifer
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276163.
FAQ
- How deep does the Smalleye Stardrum live?
- The Smalleye Stardrum (Stellifer microps) is typically found at to 40 m.
- Is the Smalleye Stardrum dangerous to divers?
- The Smalleye Stardrum is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Smalleye Stardrum get?
- The Smalleye Stardrum grows to about 20 cm.