The Blue silverside (Melanorhinus cyanellus) is a saltwater fish of the family Atherinopsidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
The blue silverside is a small New World silverside (Atherinopsidae) from shallow coastal water of the eastern Pacific, off Central America. The species grows to about 6 cm and has a slender, semi-translucent body with a shiny, blue-green glowing silver flank band and large eyes. As a schooling fish it swims in large groups near the surface and snaps at small zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blue silverside?
The Blue silverside has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Blue silverside live?
The Blue silverside lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Blue silverside get?
The Blue silverside grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Blue silverside dangerous to humans?
No, the Blue silverside is harmless to humans.
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