Blind salmon
Polydactylus macrochir
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Overview
Blind salmon (Polydactylus macrochir) is a euryhaline fish of the family Polynemidae, in the order Carangaria/misc. Maximum recorded length is 170 cm, with a maximum published weight of 45 kg. Its recorded depth range is 0–6 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 170,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 45,0 kg |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-6m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, estuaries
Wassertyp
Freshwater & Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
0-6m
Angelinformationen
Sportfisch
Ja
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Carangaria/misc |
| Familie | Polynemidae |
| Arten | Polydactylus macrochir |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Blind salmon get?
Blind salmon can grow up to 170.0 cm long and weigh 45.0 kg.
Where is Blind salmon found?
Neritic, estuaries
What family does Blind salmon belong to?
Blind salmon (Polydactylus macrochir) belongs to the family Polynemidae in the order Carangaria/misc.
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