Distinguishing Characteristics |
Body elongate, slightly compressed; Color silver, yellow to light green; scales outlined in dark pigment giving them a diamond-shaped appearance; anal fin light yellow; dorsal and anal fins edged in black; males with black spot at anterior base of dorsal fin; mouth wide, oblique; caudal peduncle broad, laterally compressed |
Similar Species |
Scales of this fish are outlined in dark pigment except on belly, no stripes or spotting. |
Habitat |
Bays, freshwater |
Maximum Size |
5 cm (2 in) |
Fin Element Counts |
D. 10-12; A. 10-11 (explain) |
Other Common Names |
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Previous Scientific Names |
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Comments |
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State size/bag limits |
None; Check for state record. |