The Chefoo thryssa (Thryssa chefuensis) is a fish of the family Engraulidae that grows up to 12 cm.
Description
The Chefoo thryssa is an anchovy (Engraulidae) from shallow coastal and estuarine water of the northwest Pacific. The species grows to about 12 cm and has a slender, laterally compressed, silvery body with a keeled belly, a pointed snout and a large mouth reaching far back. As a social schooling fish it filters small zooplankton and small invertebrates in turbid coastal water. It is food for larger fish and seabirds. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Chefoo thryssa?
The Chefoo thryssa is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Chefoo thryssa live?
The Chefoo thryssa is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Chefoo thryssa get?
The Chefoo thryssa grows to a maximum of about 12 cm.
Is the Chefoo thryssa dangerous to humans?
No, the Chefoo thryssa is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Thryssa
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