Sardina Plateada
📖 Overview
Sardina Plateada (Atherinella sardina) is a ray-finned fish of the family Atherinopsidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 5.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Sardina Plateada is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Sardina Plateada is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Sardina Plateada is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Sardina Plateada is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; pelagic. Tropical; 25°C - ? Central America: Nicaragua and Costa Rica.
🌿 Ecology
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📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | aterinela sardinková |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | Alfiler · Pejerrey · Sardina Plateada |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melaniris sardina | Meek | 1907 | Synonym |
| Thyrina sardina | Meek | 1907 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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