Dwarf weakfish
Cynoscion nannus
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Saltwater
Overview
Dwarf weakfish (Cynoscion nannus) is a marine fish of the family Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 27 cm. Its recorded depth range is 100–812 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 27,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 100-812m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
100-812m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Familia | Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers) |
| Especies | Cynoscion nannus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Dwarf weakfish get?
Dwarf weakfish can grow up to 27.0 cm long.
What family does Dwarf weakfish belong to?
Dwarf weakfish (Cynoscion nannus) belongs to the family Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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