Zephyr Anchovy
Stolephorus zephyrus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 7–9 m
- Max size: 9.4 cm
- For divers: safe
A small anchovy of estuarine waters and mangrove lagoons, it gathers in great numbers during the northeast monsoon. It grows to about 9 centimetres and, like other anchovies, filters plankton from the water as it schools through the shallows.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Clupeiformes › Engraulidae › Stolephorus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1517699.
FAQ
- How deep does the Zephyr Anchovy live?
- The Zephyr Anchovy (Stolephorus zephyrus) is typically found at 7–9 m.
- Is the Zephyr Anchovy dangerous to divers?
- The Zephyr Anchovy is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Zephyr Anchovy get?
- The Zephyr Anchovy grows to about 9.4 cm.