The Broad-striped anchovy is a small, slender fish characterized by its distinctive broad lateral stripe. It typically measures 4-6 inches in length and weighs up to 0.1 pounds. Found in coastal waters, it thrives in estuarine environments. This species feeds primarily on plankton and exhibits schooling behavior, often forming large groups for protection and efficient foraging. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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