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insularum
Family Atherinidae
HAWAII
Atherinomorus insularum
HAWAIIAN SILVERSIDE 'iao
A common schooling fish near the surface in tidepools and coastal waters.
It differs from other species of baitfish as it has two dorsal fins and
a prominent lateral line stripe. Attains 3.5 inches. Endemic
to Hawaii. Formerly known as Pranesus
insularum. |
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