Fin's Fish Guide
The Alice argentina (Argentina aliceae) is a saltwater fish of the family Argentinidae that grows up to 15 cm.
Description
The Alice argentina is a slender argentine from the eastern Pacific, ranging from Nicaragua to Peru. It grows to about 15 cm and has an elongate, silvery body with a small mouth and large eyes, characteristic of the argentines. A bottom-dweller, the fish lives on the continental shelf and upper slope between about 100 and 300 metres depth, where it swims in schools close to the bottom and feeds on small crustaceans. The species is of minor direct fisheries value and is mainly processed into fishmeal. The IUCN assesses it as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Alice argentina?
The Alice argentina has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Slender silver-coloured body with large eyes; forms shoals close to the bottom
Where does the Alice argentina live?
The Alice argentina lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Pacific
How big does the Alice argentina get?
The Alice argentina grows to a maximum of about 15 cm.
Is the Alice argentina dangerous to humans?
No, the Alice argentina is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Alice argentina edible?
The Alice argentina is rarely eaten.
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