The Cuba silverside (Alepidomus evermanni) is a freshwater fish of the family Atherinidae that grows up to 3 cm.
Description
The Cuba silverside is a very small silverside fish endemic to fresh water in western Cuba. It grows to only about 3.3 cm and has a slender, translucent silvery body characteristic of silversides, with two short dorsal fins. The fish lives in schools in still and slow-flowing fresh water and feeds on small zooplankton. It is an inconspicuous little species of no fisheries value. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Cuba silverside?
The Cuba silverside has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Cuba silverside live?
The Cuba silverside lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Cuba silverside get?
The Cuba silverside grows to a maximum of about 3 cm.
Is the Cuba silverside dangerous to humans?
No, the Cuba silverside is harmless to humans.
Is the Cuba silverside edible?
The Cuba silverside is not usually eaten.
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