Persistent Anchovy
Anchoa walkeri
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–50 m
- Max size: 14.5 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The persistent anchovy schools in warm, murky water near shore and in bays close to river mouths, even pushing some way up rivers. It tolerates water far fresher than the sea and turns up as bycatch in coastal nets.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Clupeiformes › Engraulidae › Anchoa
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275537.
FAQ
- How deep does the Persistent Anchovy live?
- The Persistent Anchovy (Anchoa walkeri) is typically found at 0–50 m.
- Is the Persistent Anchovy dangerous to divers?
- The Persistent Anchovy is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Persistent Anchovy get?
- The Persistent Anchovy grows to about 14.5 cm.