Fin's Fish Guide
The Manus silverside (Kalyptatherina helodes) is a brackish-water fish of the family Telmatherinidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Description
The Manus silverside is a small silverside relative (Telmatherinidae) from fresh and brackish water of Manus Island near New Guinea in the western Pacific. The species grows to about 5 cm and has a slender, semi-translucent, silvery body with a shiny flank and large eyes. As a schooling fish it swims near the surface of clear streams and coastal pools and snaps at small zooplankton and insect larvae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Manus silverside?
The Manus silverside has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Manus silverside live?
The Manus silverside lives in brackish water and is mostly found around open water. Asia: Indonesia
How big does the Manus silverside get?
The Manus silverside grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Manus silverside dangerous to humans?
No, the Manus silverside 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.
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