False Indian Anchovy
Stolephorus advenus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–50 m
- Max size: 7.2 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
A small anchovy presumed to school in coastal water, though it remains poorly known and more specimens are needed to pin down its habits. Its egg is thought to carry a knob like that of the related Indian anchovy.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Clupeiformes › Engraulidae › Stolephorus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275315.
FAQ
- How deep does the False Indian Anchovy live?
- The False Indian Anchovy (Stolephorus advenus) is typically found at 0–50 m.
- Is the False Indian Anchovy dangerous to divers?
- The False Indian Anchovy is harmless to divers.
- How big does the False Indian Anchovy get?
- The False Indian Anchovy grows to about 7.2 cm.