Blueback glut herring
Alosa aestivalis
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Overview
Blueback glut herring (Alosa aestivalis) is a euryhaline fish of the family Alosidae, in the order Clupeiformes. Maximum recorded length is 40 cm, with a maximum published weight of 0.2 kg. Its recorded depth range is 5–55 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 40,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0,2 kg |
| Tiefenbereich | 5-55m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, estuaries
Wassertyp
Freshwater & Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
5-55m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines) |
| Familie | Alosidae |
| Arten | Alosa aestivalis |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Blueback glut herring get?
Blueback glut herring can grow up to 40.0 cm long and weigh 0.2 kg.
Where is Blueback glut herring found?
Neritic, estuaries
What family does Blueback glut herring belong to?
Blueback glut herring (Alosa aestivalis) belongs to the family Alosidae in the order Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines).
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