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Peruvian Anchoveta
Engraulis ringens
Australian Anchovy
Engraulis australis
- Max size
- View in app
- Max depth
- 70 m
- Found in
- 7 regions
How to recognise it
- Colours
- greysilvergreenblue
- Body shape
- Elongated
- Family
- Engraulidae
The Australian anchovy, Engraulis australis, is a species of anchovy of the family Engraulidae, found off south-east Australia, and around New Zealand. The Australian anchovy feeds on plankton and is of minor importance to commercial fisheries. It is usually utilized as bait.
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Is Australian Anchovy dangerous?
Australian Anchovy has no known danger to humans. However, always observe marine life responsibly.
Where can you find Australian Anchovy?
How deep does Australian Anchovy live?
Australian Anchovy can be found at depths of up to 70 meters.
