New Zealand blueback sprat
Sprattus antipodum
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 12,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-72m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
0-72m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Familie | Clupeidae (Herrings and sardines) |
| Arten | Sprattus antipodum |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does New Zealand blueback sprat get?
New Zealand blueback sprat can grow up to 12.0 cm long.
What family does New Zealand blueback sprat belong to?
New Zealand blueback sprat (Sprattus antipodum) belongs to the family Clupeidae (Herrings and sardines) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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