Anchovy
Anchoa lyolepis
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 12,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 1-54m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
1-54m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Famille | Engraulidae (Anchovies) |
| Espèces | Anchoa lyolepis |
Foire aux questions
How big does Anchovy get?
Anchovy can grow up to 12.0 cm long.
What family does Anchovy belong to?
Anchovy (Anchoa lyolepis) belongs to the family Engraulidae (Anchovies) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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