Distinguishing Characteristics |
Body elongate; snout somewhat pointed; mouth oblique; color pale yellow to off-white, lateral silvery stripe narrower than eye; white swimbladder apparent through flesh; 2 dorsal fins, 1st dorsal fin with spines only; pectoral fins sit high on sides of body; scales on back outlined with dark pigment; scales smooth to touch; caudal fin with slight dusky margin. |
Similar Species |
The rough silverside has dark pigment on its back in parallel rows and its scales are rough to the touch; anchovies have a snout that protrudes past the mouth. |
Habitat |
Bay and freshwater |
Maximum Size |
15 cm (6 in), common to 8 cm (3 in) |
Fin Element Counts |
D. V+I, 10; A. I,15-18 (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. |