Alligator gar
Atractosteus spatula
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Brackish
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 305,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 137,0 kg |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-?m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Brackish
Tiefenbereich
0-?m
Angelinformationen
Sportfisch
Ja
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Lepisosteiformes (Gars) |
| Familie | Lepisosteidae (Gars) |
| Arten | Atractosteus spatula |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Alligator gar get?
Alligator gar can grow up to 305.0 cm long and weigh 137.0 kg.
What family does Alligator gar belong to?
Alligator gar (Atractosteus spatula) belongs to the family Lepisosteidae (Gars) in the order Lepisosteiformes (Gars).
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