The Papuan anchovy (Papuengraulis micropinna) is a brackish-water fish of the family Engraulidae that grows up to 12 cm.
Description
The Papuan anchovy is an anchovy (Engraulidae) from coastal, estuarine and lower river water around New Guinea in the western Pacific. The species grows to about 9 cm and has a very slender, silvery body with a shiny lengthwise stripe and a projecting snout with inferior mouth. As a social schooling fish it swims in open water and filters small plankton and larvae. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Papuan anchovy?
The Papuan anchovy has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Papuan anchovy live?
The Papuan anchovy lives in brackish water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Papuan anchovy get?
The Papuan anchovy grows to a maximum of about 12 cm.
Is the Papuan anchovy dangerous to humans?
No, the Papuan anchovy is harmless to humans.
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