Waccamaw Silverside
NameWaccamaw Silverside
Scientific NameMenidia extensa
Common NamesWaccamaw Silverside
FamilyAtherinopsidae
OriginNorth America, United States, North Carolina, Lake Waccamaw
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-78
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesSpecies-only tank recommended due to specific habitat requirements and endangered status. Not typically kept in aquariums.
Description
The Waccamaw Silverside is a slender, translucent freshwater fish endemic to Lake Waccamaw, North Carolina. It is characterized by a prominent silvery stripe along its sides and is an important part of its unique lacustrine ecosystem. This species is critically endangered due to habitat degradation.
