Hardy Silverside
NameHardy Silverside
Scientific NameMenidia beryllina
Common NamesHardy Silverside, Inland Silverside
FamilyAtherinopsidae
OriginNorth America, Atlantic and Gulf Coasts, Mississippi River Basin
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)55
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-78
pH Range7.0-8.5
Compatible SpeciesOther small, peaceful schooling fish, Livebearers (e.g., Guppies, Platies), Small Tetras, Rasboras, Corydoras Catfish
Description
The Hardy Silverside is a slender, schooling fish characterized by its translucent body and a prominent silvery stripe along its flanks. Native to North American coastal and inland waters, it is highly adaptable, thriving in freshwater, brackish, and even marine environments. These active fish are primarily surface dwellers, feeding on small invertebrates and zooplankton.
