The Striped Killifish is a small, slender fish with distinctive horizontal stripes along its body. It is notable for its ability to tolerate a wide range of salinities.
Habitat
Found in brackish waters, estuaries, and tidal marshes.
Diet
Feeds on small invertebrates and detritus.
How common
Common
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