European anchovy

The European anchovy is a small, silvery fish that swims in large schools along the coasts of Europe and Africa. It thrives in the Mediterranean, Black Sea, and Sea of Azov, where it’s often caught by fishermen. These fish are close cousins to herring and play a key role as prey for larger ocean animals.

• Travels in huge shimmering schools for safety.
• Found in the Mediterranean, Black Sea, and Sea of Azov.
• Often harvested by fishermen across its range.