Anchovy
Encrasicholina punctifer
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 13,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 5-35m |
Habitat & Distribution
Pelagic
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
5-35m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Familie | Engraulidae (Anchovies) |
| Arten | Encrasicholina punctifer |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Anchovy get?
Anchovy can grow up to 13.0 cm long.
Where is Anchovy found?
Pelagic
What family does Anchovy belong to?
Anchovy (Encrasicholina punctifer) belongs to the family Engraulidae (Anchovies) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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