The Pacific sabretooth anchovy (Lycengraulis poeyi) is a brackish-water fish of the family Engraulidae that grows up to 21 cm.
Description
Poey's sabretooth anchovy is an anchovy (Engraulidae) from the eastern Pacific. Unlike most anchovies it has conspicuous, sabre-like canine teeth in the jaws. It occurs in coastal waters and enters brackish and sometimes fresh water. It forms schools and is, unusually for an anchovy, partly fish-eating, alongside zooplankton. It is a prey fish for larger fishes. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Pacific sabretooth anchovy?
The Pacific sabretooth anchovy has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Pacific sabretooth anchovy live?
The Pacific sabretooth anchovy lives in brackish water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Pacific sabretooth anchovy get?
The Pacific sabretooth anchovy grows to a maximum of about 21 cm.
Is the Pacific sabretooth anchovy dangerous to humans?
No, the Pacific sabretooth anchovy is harmless to humans.
Is the Pacific sabretooth anchovy edible?
The Pacific sabretooth anchovy is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Lycengraulis
More from the family Engraulidae
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