Silver Fish
NameSilver Fish
Scientific NameMenidia beryllina
Common NamesInland Silverside, Silverfish, Freshwater Silverside
FamilyAtherinopsidae
OriginNorth America, Atlantic Coast, Gulf of Mexico, Mississippi River Basin
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)68-78
pH Range7.0-8.5
Compatible SpeciesMollies, Guppies (brackish varieties), Archerfish (in larger brackish tanks), Other peaceful brackish fish
Description
The Silver Fish, also known as Inland Silverside, is a slender, translucent schooling fish with a distinctive silvery stripe along its sides and small black dots dorsally. These euryhaline fish are found in freshwater, brackish, and marine environments, often thriving in brackish aquarium setups. They are peaceful and active swimmers, best kept in schools.
