Fishing for Japanese anchovy
Engraulis japonicus
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The Japanese anchovy is a small, silvery fish found in coastal waters of the western Pacific Ocean. Typically measuring 4-6 inches in length and weighing up to 0.1 pounds, it has a streamlined body. It feeds on plankton and small crustaceans. Known for forming large schools, this species plays a vital role in marine food webs. This summary is AI generated
Recently caught Japanese anchovy
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Water type
Saltwater
Common depth
? - 1312 ft
IUCN Status
Least concern
Threat to humans
Reports of ciguatera poisoning
Source: Fishbase
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