Malawi spinyeel
Mastacembelus shiranus
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Freshwater
الطول الأقصى
26,0 cm
الفصيلة
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 26,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
نوع الماء
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Synbranchiformes (Swamp Eels) |
| الفصيلة | Mastacembelidae (Spiny Eels) |
| الأنواع | Mastacembelus shiranus |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Malawi spinyeel get?
Malawi spinyeel can grow up to 26.0 cm long.
What family does Malawi spinyeel belong to?
Malawi spinyeel (Mastacembelus shiranus) belongs to the family Mastacembelidae (Spiny Eels) in the order Synbranchiformes (Swamp Eels).
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