Goldspotted Grenadier Anchovy
Coilia dussumieri
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–50 m
- Max size: 20 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This slender anchovy works coastal and estuarine water, tolerating everything from full saltwater down to nearly fresh, and filters copepods, prawn and fish larvae and other tiny drifters. It likely runs into estuaries to breed over a long season.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Clupeiformes › Engraulidae › Coilia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 219979.
FAQ
- How deep does the Goldspotted Grenadier Anchovy live?
- The Goldspotted Grenadier Anchovy (Coilia dussumieri) is typically found at 0–50 m.
- Is the Goldspotted Grenadier Anchovy dangerous to divers?
- The Goldspotted Grenadier Anchovy is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Goldspotted Grenadier Anchovy get?
- The Goldspotted Grenadier Anchovy grows to about 20 cm.