European Anchovy e le specie simili
Engraulis encrasicolus
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Sardine
Sardina pilchardus
Differenze chiave: Sardines have a shorter snout that does not extend beyond the lower jaw, and their mouth is terminal or slightly superior. They also typically have more prominent scales and a series of dark spots along their flanks (though not always present).
Sprat
Sprattus sprattus
Differenze chiave: Sprats have a more compressed body, a terminal mouth, and a row of sharp, keeled scales along their belly (scutes) which are absent in anchovies. Their dorsal fin is also positioned further back.
Other Anchovy Species
Various Engraulis spp.
Differenze chiave: Distinguishing E. encrasicolus from other anchovy species (e.g., E. anchoita, E. mordax) often requires examination of meristic counts (vertebrae, fin rays) and precise geographical location, as morphological differences can be subtle. E. encrasicolus generally has a more elongated body and specific vertebral counts.
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