Gar
Lepisosteus osseus
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Brackish
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 200,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 22,82 kg |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-?m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Wassertyp
Brackish
Tiefenbereich
0-?m
Angelinformationen
Sportfisch
Ja
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Lepisosteiformes (Gars) |
| Familie | Lepisosteidae (Gars) |
| Arten | Lepisosteus osseus |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Gar get?
Gar can grow up to 200.0 cm long and weigh 22.82 kg.
Where is Gar found?
Estuaries
What family does Gar belong to?
Gar (Lepisosteus osseus) belongs to the family Lepisosteidae (Gars) in the order Lepisosteiformes (Gars).
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