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Argentine anchovy vs Peruvian Anchovy

Two species side by side. The larger value in each row is highlighted.

Argentine anchovy

Argentine anchovy

Engraulis anchoita

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Peruvian Anchovy

Peruvian Anchovy

Engraulis ringens

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Size

Argentine anchovy

Argentine anchovy

0.2 m

Human

1.75 m

Peruvian Anchovy

Peruvian Anchovy

0.2 m

Argentine anchovyPeruvian Anchovy
Weight5–25 g15–25 g
Length8–20 cm10–20 cm
Top Speed15 km/h15 km/h
Lifespan2–4 yrs2–4 yrs
Incubation2 days2 days
Offspring5000–25000 5000–30000
DietOmnivoreOmnivore
Conservation StatusLeast ConcernLeast Concern
Activity PatternDiurnalDiurnal
MigrationMigratoryMigratory
HabitatOcean, CoastOcean, Coast
RegionsSouth AmericaSouth America
FamilyEngraulidaeEngraulidae
OrderClupeiformesClupeiformes