Japanese gizzard shad
Nematalosa japonica
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Saltwater
Maximale Länge
19,0 cm
Familie
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 19,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines) |
| Familie | Dorosomatidae |
| Arten | Nematalosa japonica |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Japanese gizzard shad get?
Japanese gizzard shad can grow up to 19.0 cm long.
What family does Japanese gizzard shad belong to?
Japanese gizzard shad (Nematalosa japonica) belongs to the family Dorosomatidae in the order Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines).
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