Gulf Of Carpenteria Anchovy
Stolephorus carpentariae
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–13 m
- Max size: 5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small anchovy presumed to school in coastal water, it grows to only about 5 centimetres and seems to tolerate the lowered salinity of bays and inlets. It is apparently uncommon, and scientists still want more specimens.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Clupeiformes › Engraulidae › Stolephorus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275320.
FAQ
- How deep does the Gulf Of Carpenteria Anchovy live?
- The Gulf Of Carpenteria Anchovy (Stolephorus carpentariae) is typically found at 10–13 m.
- Is the Gulf Of Carpenteria Anchovy dangerous to divers?
- The Gulf Of Carpenteria Anchovy is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Gulf Of Carpenteria Anchovy get?
- The Gulf Of Carpenteria Anchovy grows to about 5 cm.