Silver mono
Monodactylus argenteus
Where at Shedd?
Wild Reef
| Diet | Small planktonic animals and detritus |
|---|---|
| Size | Common length: 4.7 inches (12 cm) |
| Type | Fishes |
| Range | Fresh, brackish and saltwater habitats in the Indian and West-Central Pacific Oceans |
| Habitat | The silver mono are found in mangrove estuaries, tidal creeks and occasionally in silty coastal reefs |
Did you know?
- The silver mono starts its life a mostly yellow that changes to mostly silver with age.
- Like many of the fish living in mangroves, this fish can enter fresh water.