Mud loach
Misgurnus fossilis
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Brackish
Maximale Länge
30,0 cm
Familie
Overview
Mud loach (Misgurnus fossilis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Cobitidae (Loaches), in the order Cypriniformes. Maximum recorded length is 30 cm.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Brackish
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows) |
| Familie | Cobitidae (Loaches) |
| Arten | Misgurnus fossilis |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Mud loach get?
Mud loach can grow up to 30.0 cm long.
What family does Mud loach belong to?
Mud loach (Misgurnus fossilis) belongs to the family Cobitidae (Loaches) in the order Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows).
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