The Hardenberg anchovy (Stolephorus insularis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Engraulidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
Hardenberg's anchovy is a small anchovy from the Indo-West Pacific, from India to Indonesia and the Philippines. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a slender, translucent silvery body with a shiny silver lateral band. It forms large schools in shallow coastal and lagoon water and filters small zooplankton. As a bait and food fish it is locally important. The fish is harmless to humans and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Hardenberg anchovy?
The Hardenberg anchovy has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Hardenberg anchovy live?
The Hardenberg anchovy lives in brackish water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Hardenberg anchovy get?
The Hardenberg anchovy grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Hardenberg anchovy dangerous to humans?
No, the Hardenberg anchovy is harmless to humans.
Is the Hardenberg anchovy edible?
Yes, the Hardenberg anchovy is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Stolephorus
More from the family Engraulidae
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