The Big-scale Sand Smelt features a slender body with large, reflective scales. This fish is notable for its ability to thrive in both freshwater and brackish environments.
Habitat
Estuaries and coastal lagoons.
Diet
Feeds on plankton and small invertebrates.
How common
Common
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