Species FishTopsmelt Silverside

Topsmelt Silverside

Atherinops affinis

CommonFish
Illustration of Topsmelt Silverside (Atherinops affinis)

This small fish has a slender body and a reflective stripe along its side. It is often seen in large schools near the surface.

Habitat
Commonly found in coastal waters and estuaries.
Diet
Feeds on small plankton and algae.
How common
Common

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