Bearded Silverside
Atherion elymus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–3 m
- Max size: 6.4 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A tiny fish of tide pools and rocky shallows, the bearded silverside drifts in loose groups right at the water's edge. For its size it lays unusually large eggs.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Atheriniformes › Atherionidae › Atherion
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 277641.
FAQ
- How deep does the Bearded Silverside live?
- The Bearded Silverside (Atherion elymus) is typically found at 0–3 m.
- Is the Bearded Silverside dangerous to divers?
- The Bearded Silverside is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Bearded Silverside get?
- The Bearded Silverside grows to about 6.4 cm.