Engraulidae
Engraulidae
Engraulidae (/ɛnˈɡrɔːlɪdiː/), commonly known as anchovies, are a family of small, common salt-water forage fish.
Etymology
The term "Engraulidae" is derived from the Greek words "eggraulis" meaning "living in a cave" and "idae" a suffix denoting familial relation.
Description
The family Engraulidae includes several species, most notably the European anchovy (Engraulis encrasicolus), and the Peruvian anchovy (Engraulis ringens). They are characterized by their small size, typically less than 20 cm in length, and their slender, round bodies. They are found in oceans and seas around the world, but are most common in warm waters.
Diet
Anchovies are planktivorous, feeding primarily on plankton. They are an important part of the marine food chain, serving as a food source for a variety of larger fish species.
Commercial Importance
Anchovies are commercially important and are used in a variety of culinary applications. They are often preserved in salt and oil and used as a flavoring in dishes such as pizza and Caesar salad.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Engraulidae
- Wikipedia's article - Engraulidae
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