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Bay Anchovy

Anchoa mitchilli

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Clupeiformes ›Family: Engraulidae ›Genus: Anchoa

About

Anchoa mitchilli is a species of fish in the family Engraulidae, the anchovies. Its common names include bay anchovy and common anchovy. It is native to the western Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico. It is one of the most common fish species along the coastlines of the western Atlantic.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bay Anchovy?
The scientific name of Bay Anchovy is Anchoa mitchilli.
What kingdom does Bay Anchovy belong to?
Bay Anchovy belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Bay Anchovy belong to?
Bay Anchovy belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Bay Anchovy belong to?
Bay Anchovy belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Bay Anchovy belong to?
Bay Anchovy belongs to the order Clupeiformes.
What family does Bay Anchovy belong to?
Bay Anchovy belongs to the family Engraulidae.
What genus does Bay Anchovy belong to?
Bay Anchovy belongs to the genus Anchoa.