Intermediate sillago
📖 Overview
Intermediate sillago (Sillago intermedia) 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. It occurs at depths between 0 and 10 metres. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 21 - 22; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 21 - 22; Vertebrae: 34. Swim bladder with two posterior extensions; anterior margin with two divergent blind tubes that extend to the basioccipital above the auditory capsule; an anterolateral extension on each side, each sending a blind tubule anteriorly and then recurving posteriorly along the abdominal wall as a simple tube to terminate just posterior to the duct-like process.: elongated; Cross section: circular.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Intermediate sillago is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; non-migratory; depth range 0 - 10 m . Tropical; 24°N - 6°N, 68°E - 106°E Indian Ocean: India and Thailand.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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