Barracouta
Thyrsites atun
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 200,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 6,0 kg |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-550m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, estuaries
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
0-550m
Angelinformationen
Sportfisch
Ja
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas) |
| Familie | Gempylidae |
| Arten | Thyrsites atun |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Barracouta get?
Barracouta can grow up to 200.0 cm long and weigh 6.0 kg.
Where is Barracouta found?
Neritic, estuaries
What family does Barracouta belong to?
Barracouta (Thyrsites atun) belongs to the family Gempylidae in the order Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas).
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