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The Tidewater silverside (Menidia peninsulae) is a brackish-water fish of the family Atherinopsidae that grows up to 15 cm.
Description
The tidewater silverside is a silverside (Atherinopsidae) from the western Atlantic and the Gulf of Mexico. The species is small and has a slender, translucent body with a shiny silver lengthwise band on the flank. It occurs in tidal creeks and marshes, in brackish to full sea water, and is never found in inland waters. It lives in schools and feeds on small zooplankton and small invertebrates. It is an important prey fish. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Tidewater silverside?
The Tidewater silverside has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Glossy silvery flank band; schooling prey fish of tidal creeks and salt marshes.
Where does the Tidewater silverside live?
The Tidewater silverside lives in brackish water and is mostly found around open water. Western Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico; tidal creeks and salt marshes.
How big does the Tidewater silverside get?
The Tidewater silverside grows to a maximum of about 15 cm.
Is the Tidewater silverside dangerous to humans?
No, the Tidewater silverside is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Tidewater silverside edible?
The Tidewater silverside is rarely eaten.
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