Guinea swamp eel
Ophisternon afrum
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Not Evaluated
Brackish
Longitud Máxima
53,5 cm
Familia
Overview
Guinea swamp eel (Ophisternon afrum) is a brackish-water fish of the family Synbranchidae (Swamp Eels), in the order Synbranchiformes. Maximum recorded length is 54 cm.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 53,5 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Brackish
Taxonomy
| Orden | Synbranchiformes (Swamp Eels) |
| Familia | Synbranchidae (Swamp Eels) |
| Especies | Ophisternon afrum |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Guinea swamp eel get?
Guinea swamp eel can grow up to 53.5 cm long.
What family does Guinea swamp eel belong to?
Guinea swamp eel (Ophisternon afrum) belongs to the family Synbranchidae (Swamp Eels) in the order Synbranchiformes (Swamp Eels).
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