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The Eendracht land silverside (Atherinomorus endrachtensis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Atherinidae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
The Endracht hardyhead is a small schooling fish of the silverside family (Atherinidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 9 cm and has a slender, translucent, silvery body with a bright silver lateral stripe. It lives in shallow coastal waters and often forms mixed schools with related silversides. As an omnivore it feeds on zooplankton and small invertebrates at and near the water surface. As an abundant prey fish it is important to larger predatory fishes and seabirds. Owing to its small size the species has no fishery value and is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Eendracht land silverside?
The Eendracht land silverside has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern. Glossy silvery longitudinal stripe; forms mixed shoals with related silversides.
Where does the Eendracht land silverside live?
The Eendracht land silverside lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific; shallow coastal waters.
How big does the Eendracht land silverside get?
The Eendracht land silverside grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Eendracht land silverside dangerous to humans?
No, the Eendracht land silverside is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Eendracht land silverside edible?
The Eendracht land silverside is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Atherinomorus
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