Sulawesi anchovy
📖 Overview
Sulawesi anchovy (Stolephorus teguhi) is a ray-finned fish of the family Engraulidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in pelagic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 7.7 cm. With a trophic level of 3.3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 11 - 12; Anal soft rays: 19 - 21; Vertebrae: 38 - 39. This species is distinguished by having these characters: gill rakers 31-35 + 41-46 = 72-82; a short upper jaw, reaching to just before or behind anterior margin of preopercle .: elongated.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Sulawesi anchovy is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Sulawesi anchovy is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Sulawesi anchovy is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; pelagic-neritic. Tropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Sulawesi anchovy is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Sulawesi anchovy has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔍 Similar Species
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