Como identificar Savelha

Para identificar Savelha (Pellonula brasiliensis), observe estas características principais.

Características físicas

Formato do corpo

compressed

Coloração

Overall silvery, with a darker dorsal surface and lighter, almost white, ventral side. A faint lateral stripe may be present, especially in younger individuals.

Tipo de escama

cycloid

Posição da boca

superior

Características distintivas

Small, slender body, Highly compressed laterally, Large, easily shed scales, Absence of a lateral line, A distinct notch in the upper jaw

Nadadeira dorsal

Single dorsal fin, typically located mid-body, with 10-12 soft rays. No spines.

Nadadeira caudal

Deeply forked caudal fin, symmetrical lobes.

Nadadeira peitoral

Relatively small pectoral fins, positioned low on the body.

Nadadeiras características

Pelvic fins are small and located abdominally, anterior to the dorsal fin origin. Anal fin is relatively long with 15-19 soft rays.

Dicas de identificação

1. 1

   Body Shape and Coloration

   Look for a small, silvery, and highly compressed body. The dorsal side is darker, fading to white ventrally.

2. 2

   Mouth Position

   The mouth is superior (upturned), indicating a surface feeder.

3. 3

   Scales

   Note the large, cycloid scales that are easily shed, a characteristic of clupeids.

4. 4

   Fin Structure

   Observe the single dorsal fin, deeply forked caudal fin, and the abdominal position of the small pelvic fins.

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