Forktail lates
Lates microlepis
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Freshwater
Overview
Forktail lates (Lates microlepis) is a freshwater fish of the family Latidae (Lates perches), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 93 cm, with a maximum published weight of 8.3 kg.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 93,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 8,3 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Freshwater
Información de Pesca
Pez de Pesca Deportiva
Sí
Taxonomy
| Orden | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Familia | Latidae (Lates perches) |
| Especies | Lates microlepis |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Forktail lates get?
Forktail lates can grow up to 93.0 cm long and weigh 8.3 kg.
What family does Forktail lates belong to?
Forktail lates (Lates microlepis) belongs to the family Latidae (Lates perches) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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