Fishing for Atlantic silverside

Menidia menidia

The Atlantic silverside is a small, slender fish commonly found in coastal waters and estuaries along the Atlantic coast. It typically measures 3 to 6 inches in length and weighs up to 0.1 pounds. With a silvery stripe along its sides, it feeds on plankton and small invertebrates. Known for schooling behavior, it plays a vital role in the food web. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Atlantic silverside

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