Delta Smelt
Hypomesus transpacificus
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Brackish
Maximale Länge
12,0 cm
Familie
Overview
Delta Smelt (Hypomesus transpacificus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Osmeridae (Smelts), in the order Osmeriformes. Maximum recorded length is 12 cm. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 12,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Wassertyp
Brackish
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Osmeriformes (Smelts) |
| Familie | Osmeridae (Smelts) |
| Arten | Hypomesus transpacificus |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Delta Smelt get?
Delta Smelt can grow up to 12.0 cm long.
Where is Delta Smelt found?
Estuaries
What family does Delta Smelt belong to?
Delta Smelt (Hypomesus transpacificus) belongs to the family Osmeridae (Smelts) in the order Osmeriformes (Smelts).
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