Big-scale sand smelt
Atherina boyeri
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Overview
Big-scale sand smelt (Atherina boyeri) is a euryhaline fish of the family Atherinidae (Old World Silversides), in the order Atheriniformes. Maximum recorded length is 20 cm. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 20,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 1-?m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Tipo de Agua
Freshwater & Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
1-?m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Atheriniformes (Silversides) |
| Familia | Atherinidae (Old World Silversides) |
| Especies | Atherina boyeri |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Big-scale sand smelt get?
Big-scale sand smelt can grow up to 20.0 cm long.
Where is Big-scale sand smelt found?
Estuaries
What family does Big-scale sand smelt belong to?
Big-scale sand smelt (Atherina boyeri) belongs to the family Atherinidae (Old World Silversides) in the order Atheriniformes (Silversides).
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