Rio Anchovy
Anchoa januaria
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–50 m
- Max size: 10.2 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small schooling anchovy of coastal Brazilian waters, it tolerates a wide swing in salinity, turning up in channels that run from nearly fresh to fully marine. It grows to about 10 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Clupeiformes › Engraulidae › Anchoa
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275521.
FAQ
- How deep does the Rio Anchovy live?
- The Rio Anchovy (Anchoa januaria) is typically found at 0–50 m.
- Is the Rio Anchovy dangerous to divers?
- The Rio Anchovy is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Rio Anchovy get?
- The Rio Anchovy grows to about 10.2 cm.