Darkfin eel catfish
Plotosus limbatus
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Maximale Länge
50,0 cm
Familie
Overview
Darkfin eel catfish (Plotosus limbatus) is a euryhaline fish of the family Plotosidae, in the order Siluriformes. Maximum recorded length is 50 cm. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 50,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Wassertyp
Freshwater & Saltwater
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Siluriformes (Catfishes) |
| Familie | Plotosidae |
| Arten | Plotosus limbatus |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Darkfin eel catfish get?
Darkfin eel catfish can grow up to 50.0 cm long.
Where is Darkfin eel catfish found?
Estuaries
What family does Darkfin eel catfish belong to?
Darkfin eel catfish (Plotosus limbatus) belongs to the family Plotosidae in the order Siluriformes (Catfishes).
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