Mediterranean sand eel
Gymnammodytes cicerelus
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Overview
Mediterranean sand eel (Gymnammodytes cicerelus) is a marine fish of the family Ammodytidae, in the order Perciformes/Uranoscopoidei. Maximum recorded length is 17 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–120 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, coral reefs, estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 17,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-120m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, coral reefs, estuaries
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
0-120m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Perciformes/Uranoscopoidei |
| Familie | Ammodytidae |
| Arten | Gymnammodytes cicerelus |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Mediterranean sand eel get?
Mediterranean sand eel can grow up to 17.0 cm long.
Where is Mediterranean sand eel found?
Neritic, coral reefs, estuaries
What family does Mediterranean sand eel belong to?
Mediterranean sand eel (Gymnammodytes cicerelus) belongs to the family Ammodytidae in the order Perciformes/Uranoscopoidei.
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