Species guide
How to catch Scaly hairfin anchovy
Setipinna taty
brackishsaltwaterEngraulidae
The Scaly hairfin anchovy is a small schooling fish found mainly in coastal and estuarine waters. It has a slender, fusiform body and is known for its selective plankton feeding habits. It typically grows up to 15 cm in length.
Where they live
This species inhabits brackish and saltwater zones, often found from the surface down to 50 meters deep in coastal waters and estuaries across the Pacific and Indian Oceans.
Typical size
Up to about 15 cm
What they eat
- small crustaceans
- planktonic shrimp
- mysids
- amphipods
- krill
Best baits
- small shrimp
- plankton-based bait
- tiny pieces of fish
Best lures
- small soft plastics
- micro jigs
- tiny spoons
How to fish for them
- light tackle casting
- micro jigging
- drift fishing
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