Common sprat
Dussumieria acuta
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Overview
Common sprat (Dussumieria acuta) is a euryhaline fish of the family Dussumieriidae, in the order Clupeiformes. Maximum recorded length is 20 cm. Its recorded depth range is 10–20 m. Recorded habitats include neritic.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 20,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 10-20m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic
Tipo de Agua
Freshwater & Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
10-20m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines) |
| Familia | Dussumieriidae |
| Especies | Dussumieria acuta |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Common sprat get?
Common sprat can grow up to 20.0 cm long.
Where is Common sprat found?
Neritic
What family does Common sprat belong to?
Common sprat (Dussumieria acuta) belongs to the family Dussumieriidae in the order Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines).
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