Atherine
Atherina presbyter
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 20,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 1-10m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, estuaries
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
1-10m
Angelinformationen
Sportfisch
Ja
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Atheriniformes (Silversides) |
| Familie | Atherinidae (Old World Silversides) |
| Arten | Atherina presbyter |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Atherine get?
Atherine can grow up to 20.0 cm long.
Where is Atherine found?
Neritic, estuaries
What family does Atherine belong to?
Atherine (Atherina presbyter) belongs to the family Atherinidae (Old World Silversides) in the order Atheriniformes (Silversides).
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