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Family Atherinidae

Silversides

Silversides are small fishes with two dorsal fins and a very prominent lateral line.  They inhabit the sea surface near shore and feed upon plankton.  They are often used as bait.

 

HAWAII -  ENDEMIC

Atherinomorus insularum 

HAWAIIAN SILVERSIDE   'IAO

 


INDO-PACIFIC

Atherinomorus lacunosus

HARDYHEAD SILVERSIDE

 


NORTHEAST PACIFIC

Atherinops affinis

TOPSMELT

 


WESTERN ATLANTIC

Atherinomorus stipes

HARDHEAD SILVERSIDE