Bigeye croaker
Micropogonias megalops
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Saltwater
Overview
Bigeye croaker (Micropogonias megalops) is a marine fish of the family Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 40 cm. It has been recorded to depths of 26 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 40,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | ?-26m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
?-26m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Familia | Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers) |
| Especies | Micropogonias megalops |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Bigeye croaker get?
Bigeye croaker can grow up to 40.0 cm long.
What family does Bigeye croaker belong to?
Bigeye croaker (Micropogonias megalops) belongs to the family Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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