Vincent's sillago
📖 Overview
Occur with S. sihama apparently in mixed schools on muddy substrates. Oviparous . Females, measuring 25 to 28 cm, have been reported to be running ripe in late January to early February. Is a potential aquaculture species in impoundments and tidal ponds. Growth is reported to be rapid .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 21 - 23; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 22 - 24; Vertebrae: 34. Swim bladder with a single posterior extension, a short bulbous projection anteriorly with one to three anterolobate or recurved projections; no tubular extensions anteriorly. Body color is uniform pale tan, with the second dorsal fin spotted.: elongated; Cross section: circular.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Vincent's sillago is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Vincent's sillago is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Vincent's sillago is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; brackish; demersal; amphidromous ; depth range 0 - 10 m . Tropical; 19°N - 8°N, 70°E - 85°E East and west coast of India.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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