Slender sillago
📖 Overview
Slender sillago (Sillago attenuata) is a ray-finned fish of the family Sillaginidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 20 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 13 - 14; Dorsal soft rays (total): 19 - 21; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 18 - 20. Body with faint blotches in two series laterally, the upper row of about 8 or 9 spots, the lowest mid-lateral row with 10 spots; a row of indistinct spots or blotches along the base of the spinous dorsal fin. First dorsal fin with the anterior most interspinous membranes dusted with black spots; the membrane of the second dorsal fin dusted with black; other fins are hyaline.: elongated; Cross section: circular.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Slender sillago is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; non-migratory. Subtropical; 31°N - 23°N, 47°E - 57°E Indian Ocean: Persian Gulf.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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