The sand sillago is a slender, elongated fish with a silvery body and a slightly curved dorsal fin. It inhabits sandy coastal waters and estuaries, feeding primarily on small invertebrates and crustaceans. Typically reaching lengths of 8-12 inches and weighing up to 1 pound, it is known for its schooling behavior and adaptability to varying salinities. This summary is AI generated
Water type
Common depth
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Sand sillago
length · weight
Sand sillago
length · weight
Sand sillago
length · weight


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