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European anchovy - Engraulis encrasicolus Playa Pinet. Engraulis encrasicolus,European anchovy,Geotagged,Spain,Spring Click/tap to enlarge Species introCountry intro

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The European anchovy is a forage fish somewhat related to the herring. It is a type of anchovy; anchovies are placed in the family Engraulidae. It lives off the coasts of Europe and Africa, including in the Mediterranean Sea, the Black Sea, and the Sea of Azov. It is fished by humans throughout much of its range.

Similar species: Herrings
Species identified by Patomarazul
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Uploaded Jan 28, 2022. Captured Apr 8, 2012 14:34 in Playa de La Marina, 263, 03194 Elx, Alicante, Spain.
  • SP550UZ
  • f/5.6
  • 10/5000s
  • ISO50
  • 9.84mm