Commerson's Anchovy
Stolephorus commersonnii
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–50 m
- Max size: 11.2 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small silvery anchovy that schools in coastal waters and ventures into brackish areas, ranging from the surface down to about 50 metres. It feeds on surface plankton, mainly copepods and prawn larvae, and supports fisheries for food and fish meal.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Clupeiformes › Engraulidae › Stolephorus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 152017.
FAQ
- How deep does the Commerson's Anchovy live?
- The Commerson's Anchovy (Stolephorus commersonnii) is typically found at 0–50 m.
- Is the Commerson's Anchovy dangerous to divers?
- The Commerson's Anchovy is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Commerson's Anchovy get?
- The Commerson's Anchovy grows to about 11.2 cm.