| Family: |
Sillaginidae (Smelt-whitings) |
| Max. size: |
25 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
demersal; marine, non-migratory |
| Distribution: |
Western Central Pacific: southern New Guinea. Known only from the holotype which could not be located. In most features, this species is similar to Sillago analis and may prove to be a senior synonym. Further collection is necessary to resolve the identity of this species. |
| Diagnosis: |
Dorsal spines (total): 12-12; Dorsal soft rays (total): 17-17; Anal spines: 2-2; Anal soft rays: 17-17 |
| Biology: |
Occur in inshore benthic areas (Ref. 6205). Oviparous (Ref. 205). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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