Northern Anchovy
NameNorthern Anchovy
Scientific NameEngraulis mordax
Common NamesNorthern Anchovy, California Anchovy
FamilyEngraulidae
OriginEastern Pacific Ocean, British Columbia to Baja California
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)9
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-70
pH Range7.8-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther Northern Anchovies, Small, peaceful temperate marine fish (non-predatory)
Description
The Northern Anchovy is a small, schooling marine fish native to the Eastern Pacific Ocean. They are filter feeders, primarily consuming zooplankton, and form large schools that are a vital food source for many marine predators. Due to their specific schooling needs and diet, they are rarely kept in home aquariums and are more commonly seen in large public aquaria.
