Fin's Fish Guide
The Orangemouth anchovy (Thryssa vitrirostris) is a fish of the family Engraulidae that grows up to 22 cm.
Description
The orangemouth anchovy is an anchovy (Engraulidae) from coastal and estuarine water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 22 cm and has a slender, laterally compressed, silvery body with a pointed snout and a large mouth reaching behind the eye with an orange interior. It swims in large schools in shallow coastal water and river mouths and filters small zooplankton. It is a food and bait fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Orangemouth anchovy?
The Orangemouth anchovy is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Large mouth with an orange interior; schooling plankton filterer
Where does the Orangemouth anchovy live?
The Orangemouth anchovy is mostly found around open water. Indo-West Pacific
How big does the Orangemouth anchovy get?
The Orangemouth anchovy grows to a maximum of about 22 cm. On average the species is around 13 cm.
Is the Orangemouth anchovy dangerous to humans?
No, the Orangemouth anchovy 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 Orangemouth anchovy edible?
Yes, the Orangemouth anchovy is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Thryssa
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