Broadhead Anchovy
Stolephorus brachycephalus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–50 m
- Max size: 4.2 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A coastal schooling anchovy known mainly from juveniles, it has been recorded to barely 4 centimetres and the adults remain undescribed. Scientists still need more specimens to fill in its story.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Clupeiformes › Engraulidae › Stolephorus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275319.
FAQ
- How deep does the Broadhead Anchovy live?
- The Broadhead Anchovy (Stolephorus brachycephalus) is typically found at 0–50 m.
- Is the Broadhead Anchovy dangerous to divers?
- The Broadhead Anchovy is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Broadhead Anchovy get?
- The Broadhead Anchovy grows to about 4.2 cm.