AnAge entry for Engraulis encrasicolus

Classification (HAGRID: 03855)

Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia
    Phylum: Chordata
        Class: Teleostei
            Order: Clupeiformes
                Family: Engraulidae
                    Genus: Engraulis
Species
Engraulis encrasicolus
Common name
European anchovy
Synonyms
Clupea encrasicolus, Engraulis capensis

Lifespan, ageing, and relevant traits

Maximum longevity
3 years (wild)
Source
ref. 454
Sample size
Medium
Data quality
Acceptable
Observations

Unverified estimates suggest these animals may live up to 4 years [0454].

Life history traits (averages)

Female sexual maturity
365 days
Male sexual maturity
365 days
Adult weight

Metabolism

No information on metabolism is available.

References

External Resources

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ITIS 161831
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Taxonomy ID 184585
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