Australian bass
Macquaria australasica
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Freshwater
Overview
Australian bass (Macquaria australasica) is a freshwater fish of the family Percichthyidae, in the order Centrarchiformes. Maximum recorded length is 46 cm, with a maximum published weight of 3.5 kg. Its recorded depth range is 0–4 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 46,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 3,5 kg |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-4m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Freshwater
Tiefenbereich
0-4m
Angelinformationen
Sportfisch
Ja
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Centrarchiformes (Sunfishes) |
| Familie | Percichthyidae |
| Arten | Macquaria australasica |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Australian bass get?
Australian bass can grow up to 46.0 cm long and weigh 3.5 kg.
What family does Australian bass belong to?
Australian bass (Macquaria australasica) belongs to the family Percichthyidae in the order Centrarchiformes (Sunfishes).
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