How to Identify Atherinidae
Atherinidae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Atheriniformes, class . The family contains 6 accepted species worldwide.
Representative Atherinidae Species
Atherina presbyter Cuvier, 1829
Atherina presbyter Cuvier, 1829
The sand smelt (Atherina presbyter) is a pelagic marine silverside found in Nort…
Atherina boyeri Risso, 1810
Atherina boyeri Risso, 1810
Atherina boyeri is a small omnivorous pelagic fish found across eastern Atlantic…
Atherina hepsetus Linnaeus, 1758
Atherina hepsetus Linnaeus, 1758
Atherina hepsetus is a small, slender carnivorous marine/brackish fish found in …
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you identify Atherinidae?
Atherinidae animals belong to the Atheriniformes order in the Animalia kingdom. Browse the 6 species gallery above for visual identification references. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
What are the key characteristics of Atherinidae?
Atherinidae is classified in the order Atheriniformes, class , phylum Chordata. The family contains 6 accepted species worldwide.
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