Butterfish
Eucinostomus melanopterus
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Overview
Butterfish (Eucinostomus melanopterus) is a euryhaline fish of the family Gerreidae, in the order Eupercaria/misc. Maximum recorded length is 30 cm, with a maximum published weight of 0 kg. Its recorded depth range is 0–25 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0,03 kg |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-25m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, estuaries
Wassertyp
Freshwater & Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
0-25m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Eupercaria/misc |
| Familie | Gerreidae |
| Arten | Eucinostomus melanopterus |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Butterfish get?
Butterfish can grow up to 30.0 cm long and weigh 0.03 kg.
Where is Butterfish found?
Neritic, estuaries
What family does Butterfish belong to?
Butterfish (Eucinostomus melanopterus) belongs to the family Gerreidae in the order Eupercaria/misc.
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