The Grenadier anchovy (Coilia neglecta) is a brackish-water fish of the family Engraulidae that grows up to 17 cm.
Description
The grenadier anchovy is an anchovy (Engraulidae) from coastal, brackish and estuarine water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 25 cm and has a strongly elongate, rearward-tapering, silvery body with a very long anal fin and a few thread-like upper pectoral rays. As a schooling fish it swims in turbid coastal waters and river mouths and filters small zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Grenadier anchovy?
The Grenadier anchovy has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Grenadier anchovy live?
The Grenadier anchovy lives in brackish water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Grenadier anchovy get?
The Grenadier anchovy grows to a maximum of about 17 cm.
Is the Grenadier anchovy dangerous to humans?
No, the Grenadier anchovy is harmless to humans.
Is the Grenadier anchovy edible?
The Grenadier anchovy is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Coilia
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