Longfin Pacific Anchovy
Anchoa analis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–2 m
- Max size: 10 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
A small anchovy of shallow lagoons and estuaries, the longfin Pacific anchovy lives in murky brackish to salt water over mud and seems to avoid the open sea. It is among the most abundant fish in some Mexican lagoon systems.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Clupeiformes › Engraulidae › Anchoa
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275506.
FAQ
- How deep does the Longfin Pacific Anchovy live?
- The Longfin Pacific Anchovy (Anchoa analis) is typically found at 1–2 m.
- Is the Longfin Pacific Anchovy dangerous to divers?
- The Longfin Pacific Anchovy is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Longfin Pacific Anchovy get?
- The Longfin Pacific Anchovy grows to about 10 cm.