Blackback
Alosa kessleri
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 52,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 1,2 kg |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-85m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, estuaries
Wassertyp
Freshwater & Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
0-85m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines) |
| Familie | Alosidae |
| Arten | Alosa kessleri |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Blackback get?
Blackback can grow up to 52.0 cm long and weigh 1.2 kg.
Where is Blackback found?
Neritic, estuaries
What family does Blackback belong to?
Blackback (Alosa kessleri) belongs to the family Alosidae in the order Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines).
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