Bigeye shad
Alosa saposchnikowii
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Brackish
Overview
Bigeye shad (Alosa saposchnikowii) is a brackish-water fish of the family Alosidae, in the order Clupeiformes. Maximum recorded length is 38 cm, with a maximum published weight of 0.5 kg. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 38,099998474121094 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0,47 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
نوع الماء
Brackish
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines) |
| الفصيلة | Alosidae |
| الأنواع | Alosa saposchnikowii |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Bigeye shad get?
Bigeye shad can grow up to 38.099998474121094 cm long and weigh 0.47 kg.
Where is Bigeye shad found?
Estuaries
What family does Bigeye shad belong to?
Bigeye shad (Alosa saposchnikowii) belongs to the family Alosidae in the order Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines).
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