Fin's Fish Guide
The Starks' silverside (Atherinella starksi) is a saltwater fish of the family Atherinopsidae that grows up to 11 cm.
Description
The Starks' silverside is a silverside (Atherinopsidae) from shallow coastal, estuarine and fresh water of the Pacific coast of Central America. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a slender, translucent body with a shiny silver stripe along the flank and a slightly superior mouth. As a social schooling fish it swims in the upper layer and snaps at small zooplankton, insect larvae and algae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Starks' silverside?
The Starks' silverside has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Glossy silvery flank band; schooling prey fish of sandy bottoms near reefs.
Where does the Starks' silverside live?
The Starks' silverside lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around open water. Eastern Pacific; sandy bottoms near rocky reefs.
How big does the Starks' silverside get?
The Starks' silverside grows to a maximum of about 11 cm.
Is the Starks' silverside dangerous to humans?
No, the Starks' silverside is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Starks' silverside edible?
The Starks' silverside is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Atherinella
More from the family Atherinopsidae
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