The Californian anchovy is a small, slender fish found in the coastal waters of the eastern Pacific Ocean. It typically measures 4-6 inches in length and weighs less than 0.1 pounds. This species feeds on plankton and small crustaceans, often forming large schools. It plays a crucial role in the marine food web, serving as prey for larger predators. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Californian anchovy.