Habitat
A coastal schooling fish which commonly enters large estuaries and bays, although sometimes found out to depths of 200m.
Fishing information
Taken using a beach seine, bait or cast net. Anchovies form compact schools and can be detected by the presence of diving birds. Often used as bait by recreational fishers.
Handling
Will shed scales and die quickly when taken out of the water so should be chilled rapidly to prevent deterioration.
Cooking
This species is generally boned, filleted and preserved, packed in either oil or salt. They have many uses as a complex seasoning or flavour component.