Afghanistan silurus
Pterocryptis gangelica
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Freshwater
الطول الأقصى
18,0 cm
الفصيلة
نبذة
The Afghanistan silurus (Pterocryptis gangelica) is a small freshwater catfish reaching up to 18 cm in length. It inhabits river systems in South Asia and is part of the sheatfish family Siluridae.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 18,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
نوع الماء
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Siluriformes (Catfishes) |
| الفصيلة | Siluridae (Sheatfish) |
| الأنواع | Pterocryptis gangelica |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Afghanistan silurus get?
Afghanistan silurus can grow up to 18.0 cm long.
What family does Afghanistan silurus belong to?
Afghanistan silurus (Pterocryptis gangelica) belongs to the family Siluridae (Sheatfish) in the order Siluriformes (Catfishes).
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