Florida gar
Lepisosteus platyrhincus
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Overview
Florida gar (Lepisosteus platyrhincus) is a freshwater fish of the family Lepisosteidae (Gars), in the order Lepisosteiformes. Maximum recorded length is 132 cm, with a maximum published weight of 9.6 kg.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 132,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 9,61 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Freshwater
Angelinformationen
Sportfisch
Ja
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Lepisosteiformes (Gars) |
| Familie | Lepisosteidae (Gars) |
| Arten | Lepisosteus platyrhincus |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Florida gar get?
Florida gar can grow up to 132.0 cm long and weigh 9.61 kg.
What family does Florida gar belong to?
Florida gar (Lepisosteus platyrhincus) belongs to the family Lepisosteidae (Gars) in the order Lepisosteiformes (Gars).
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