Merauke River catfish
Porochilus meraukensis
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Freshwater
الطول الأقصى
24,0 cm
الفصيلة
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 24,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
نوع الماء
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Siluriformes (Catfishes) |
| الفصيلة | Plotosidae |
| الأنواع | Porochilus meraukensis |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Merauke River catfish get?
Merauke River catfish can grow up to 24.0 cm long.
What family does Merauke River catfish belong to?
Merauke River catfish (Porochilus meraukensis) belongs to the family Plotosidae in the order Siluriformes (Catfishes).
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