Blue back
Clupea pallasii
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 46,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-475m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, pelagic, estuaries
Wassertyp
Freshwater & Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
0-475m
Angelinformationen
Sportfisch
Ja
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Familie | Clupeidae (Herrings and sardines) |
| Arten | Clupea pallasii |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Blue back get?
Blue back can grow up to 46.0 cm long.
Where is Blue back found?
Neritic, pelagic, estuaries
What family does Blue back belong to?
Blue back (Clupea pallasii) belongs to the family Clupeidae (Herrings and sardines) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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