Anchovy
Encrasicholina purpurea
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Saltwater
Overview
Anchovy (Encrasicholina purpurea) is a marine fish of the family Engraulidae (Anchovies), in the order Clupeiformes. Maximum recorded length is 7.5 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–50 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 7,5 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-50m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, estuaries
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
0-50m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines) |
| Familie | Engraulidae (Anchovies) |
| Arten | Encrasicholina purpurea |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Anchovy get?
Anchovy can grow up to 7.5 cm long.
Where is Anchovy found?
Neritic, estuaries
What family does Anchovy belong to?
Anchovy (Encrasicholina purpurea) belongs to the family Engraulidae (Anchovies) in the order Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines).
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