Black amur
Mylopharyngodon piceus
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Brackish
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 180,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 35,0 kg |
| نطاق العمق | 5-30m |
Habitat & Distribution
نوع الماء
Brackish
نطاق العمق
5-30m
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows) |
| الفصيلة | Xenocyprididae (East Asian Minnows) |
| الأنواع | Mylopharyngodon piceus |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Black amur get?
Black amur can grow up to 180.0 cm long and weigh 35.0 kg.
What family does Black amur belong to?
Black amur (Mylopharyngodon piceus) belongs to the family Xenocyprididae (East Asian Minnows) in the order Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows).
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