Brazilian menhaden
Brevoortia aurea
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Saltwater
Longitud Máxima
34,400001525878906 cm
Familia
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 34,400001525878906 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Taxonomy
| Orden | Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines) |
| Familia | Alosidae |
| Especies | Brevoortia aurea |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Brazilian menhaden get?
Brazilian menhaden can grow up to 34.400001525878906 cm long.
What family does Brazilian menhaden belong to?
Brazilian menhaden (Brevoortia aurea) belongs to the family Alosidae in the order Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines).
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