Como identificar Manjuba

Para identificar Manjuba (Anchoviella lepidentostole), observe estas características principais.

Características físicas

Formato do corpo

elongated

Coloração

Dorsal side is typically greenish-blue to brownish-gray, fading to a bright silvery-white on the flanks and belly. A distinct silvery lateral stripe is often present, especially in live specimens.

Tipo de escama

cycloid

Posição da boca

inferior

Características distintivas

Snout prominent, projecting beyond the tip of the lower jaw., Maxilla (upper jaw bone) extends posteriorly beyond the preopercle, often reaching the gill opening., Large, silvery scales that are easily shed., Absence of scutes (bony plates) along the belly, distinguishing it from some other clupeiforms.

Nadadeira dorsal

Single, relatively short dorsal fin located mid-body, typically with 12-15 soft rays.

Nadadeira caudal

Deeply forked caudal fin, symmetrical lobes.

Nadadeira peitoral

Small, low-set pectoral fins, typically with 11-13 soft rays.

Nadadeiras características

Anal fin is long, originating posterior to the dorsal fin base, with 18-23 soft rays. Pelvic fins are small and located abdominally.

Dicas de identificação

1. 1

   Snout projection

   The most reliable field mark is the prominent, pointed snout that clearly extends beyond the tip of the lower jaw.

2. 2

   Maxilla length

   The upper jaw bone (maxilla) is notably long, extending past the preopercle and often reaching the gill opening.

3. 3

   Absence of ventral scutes

   Unlike many other clupeiforms (herrings and sardines), Anchoviella lepidentostole lacks a series of sharp, bony scutes along its belly.

4. 4

   Anal fin origin

   The anal fin originates distinctly behind the posterior base of the dorsal fin.

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