Pricklenose Silverside
Atherion africanum
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–10 m
- Max size: 5.5 cm
- For divers: safe
A tiny silverside of the shallow surface, this little fish drifts in groups close to shore. It serves mainly as food for larger fish and as bait.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Atheriniformes › Atherionidae › Atherion
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 310963.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pricklenose Silverside live?
- The Pricklenose Silverside (Atherion africanum) is typically found at 0–10 m.
- Is the Pricklenose Silverside dangerous to divers?
- The Pricklenose Silverside is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Pricklenose Silverside get?
- The Pricklenose Silverside grows to about 5.5 cm.