Japanese Grenadier Anchovy
Coilia nasus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–50 m
- Max size: 41 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: EN
An anchovy with a long, tapering body, it gathers in coastal waters and runs up into the middle reaches of rivers, tolerating fresh water on its spawning migration. It feeds on plankton and moves into deeper river channels by night, but heavy fishing of its runs has left it endangered.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Clupeiformes › Engraulidae › Coilia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279083.
FAQ
- How deep does the Japanese Grenadier Anchovy live?
- The Japanese Grenadier Anchovy (Coilia nasus) is typically found at 0–50 m.
- Is the Japanese Grenadier Anchovy dangerous to divers?
- The Japanese Grenadier Anchovy is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Japanese Grenadier Anchovy get?
- The Japanese Grenadier Anchovy grows to about 41 cm.