Black Sea roach
Rutilus frisii
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Brackish
Overview
Black Sea roach (Rutilus frisii) is a brackish-water fish of the family Leuciscidae, in the order Cypriniformes. Maximum recorded length is 70 cm, with a maximum published weight of 8 kg. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 70,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 8,0 kg |
| Tiefenbereich | 50-?m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Wassertyp
Brackish
Tiefenbereich
50-?m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows) |
| Familie | Leuciscidae |
| Arten | Rutilus frisii |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Black Sea roach get?
Black Sea roach can grow up to 70.0 cm long and weigh 8.0 kg.
Where is Black Sea roach found?
Estuaries
What family does Black Sea roach belong to?
Black Sea roach (Rutilus frisii) belongs to the family Leuciscidae in the order Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows).
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