Barbel sturgeon
Acipenser medirostris
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 270,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 159,0 kg |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-80m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Wassertyp
Freshwater & Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
0-80m
Angelinformationen
Sportfisch
Ja
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Familie | Acipenseridae (Sturgeons) |
| Arten | Acipenser medirostris |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Barbel sturgeon get?
Barbel sturgeon can grow up to 270.0 cm long and weigh 159.0 kg.
Where is Barbel sturgeon found?
Estuaries
What family does Barbel sturgeon belong to?
Barbel sturgeon (Acipenser medirostris) belongs to the family Acipenseridae (Sturgeons) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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