Bony fish
Tropical Silverside
Doboatherina duodecimalis
Also known as: Baitfish, Balabac Island Silverside, Lined Silverside, Western Hardyhead, Atherinomorus duodecimalis
ALSO KNOWN AS
- Baitfish
- Balabac Island Silverside
- Lined Silverside
- Western Hardyhead
- Atherinomorus duodecimalis
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Overview
Found in schools, close to the surface, over shallow, calm, coastal waters, of mangrove lined coastlines, and estuaries. Attracted to light at night.
These fish are common on shorelines, important food for larger fish species although no commercial value.
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How to identify
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Habitat & where to find it
- Range · Indo-West Pacific
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LIVES IN
Found in schools, close to the surface, over shallow, calm, coastal waters, of mangrove lined coastlines, and estuaries.
RANGE
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Adult photos 2
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