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Hawaiian Silverside ‘iao (Atherinomorus insularum)

Hawaiian Silverside ‘iao or Atherinomorus insularum are known as a common school of fish that are commonly found in tidepools and coastal waters.

Description
This fish has two dorsal fins and a prominent lateral stripe, which sets them apart from other baitfish. They can grow up to three and a half inches. They are greenish gray on the back and have a silvery stripe topped by a blue-green line running the length of the body. It is said that they disperse to feed on plankton at the surface at night.

Distribution and Habitat
Atherinomorus insularum are known as a common school of fish that are commonly found in tidepools and coastal waters. They are also known for living in large numbers. These fish are usually found in groups near the surface in tide pools and coastal waters. They're different from other baitfish because they have two dorsal fins and a noticeable lateral line. They're native to Hawaii.

Human use and Cultural Significance
In ancient Hawaii, these fish were sometimes used to rub the face of a human sacrificial victim to make it shine like the eyes of a maneater shark. They usually have a wide, silver stripe on their body. They eat zooplankton and are preyed upon by larger fish. Their eggs are large and stick to the ocean floor. There's only one species of them found in Hawaii.

= References = 1: https://www.jstor.org/stable/1444915

2: https://fishbase.se/summary/Atherinomorus-insularum.html

3: https://www.keokistender.com/fishes/mullets/atherinomorus-insularum.htm

4: https://seagrant.soest.hawaii.edu/reef-and-shore-fishes-of-the-hawaiian-islands/

5: https://www.degruyter.com/document/doi/10.1515/9780824844479-023/html