SCIENTIFIC NAME(s)
Argentina silus
SPECIES NAME(s)
Greater argentine, Greater silver smelt
COMMON NAMES
icelandic silver smelt, atlantic argentine, greater silver smelt
The stock structure of greater argentine is not known, but life history studies indicate that the Icelandic distribution (ICES Division Va) of the species might constitute a separate stock from that in other areas. It is currently treated as a separate assessment unit but genetic studies over the entire distribution area are needed (ICES, 2008a).
Management Quality:
< 6
< 6
< 6