Barred spiny eel
Macrognathus pancalus
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Brackish
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 18,899999618530273 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0,03 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Tipo de Agua
Brackish
Taxonomy
| Orden | Synbranchiformes (Swamp Eels) |
| Familia | Mastacembelidae (Spiny Eels) |
| Especies | Macrognathus pancalus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Barred spiny eel get?
Barred spiny eel can grow up to 18.899999618530273 cm long and weigh 0.03 kg.
Where is Barred spiny eel found?
Estuaries
What family does Barred spiny eel belong to?
Barred spiny eel (Macrognathus pancalus) belongs to the family Mastacembelidae (Spiny Eels) in the order Synbranchiformes (Swamp Eels).
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