Anchoa nasus (Kner and Steindachner, 1867)

Anchovy

Species recognized by R Froese & D Pauly (eds),  in 
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A schooling species occurring in coastal waters, near shores, entering bays and tolerating some lowering of salinity. Spawns throughout the year, but more intensively in the warmer months. The eggs are oval. The most important tuna baitfish in Manta, Ecuador.

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