Rough silverside
📖 Overview
Rough silverside (Membras martinica) is a ray-finned fish of the family Atherinopsidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 12.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 3 and 15 metres. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Anal soft rays: 15 - 21. : elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Rough silverside is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Rough silverside is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Rough silverside is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; pelagic-neritic; depth range 3 - 15 m . Subtropical; 41°N - 24°N, 96°W - 71°W
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Rough silverside is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Per 100g cooked - Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Protein | 19 g |
| Omega-3 (total) | 336 mg |
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Rough silverside has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | rough silverside |
| 🌍CES | menidie martinická |
| 🇪🇸Spanish | pejerrey rasposo |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atherina martinica | Valenciennes | 1835 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 34 records indexed .
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