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The Anchovies (Coilia nasus) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Engraulidae that grows up to 41 cm.
Description
The Japanese grenadier anchovy is an anchovy from coastal, estuarine and fresh water of East Asia, off China, Korea and Japan. The species grows to about 41 cm and has a long, silvery body with a thin, ribbon-like tail merging with the long anal fin. It schools and migrates from the sea into rivers to spawn; it filters small zooplankton from the water. It is a valued, important food fish. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Anchovies?
The Anchovies has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Ribbon-shaped tail merging with the anal fin; schooling migratory anchovy
Where does the Anchovies live?
The Anchovies lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around open water. East Asia
How big does the Anchovies get?
The Anchovies grows to a maximum of about 41 cm.
Is the Anchovies dangerous to humans?
No, the Anchovies is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Anchovies edible?
Yes, the Anchovies is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Coilia
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