Iceland stickleback
Gasterosteus islandicus
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Not Evaluated
Freshwater
Longitud Máxima
5,5 cm
Familia
Overview
Iceland stickleback (Gasterosteus islandicus) is a freshwater fish of the family Gasterosteidae (Sticklebacks), in the order Gasterosteiformes. Maximum recorded length is 5.5 cm.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 5,5 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Orden | Gasterosteiformes (Sticklebacks) |
| Familia | Gasterosteidae (Sticklebacks) |
| Especies | Gasterosteus islandicus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Iceland stickleback get?
Iceland stickleback can grow up to 5.5 cm long.
What family does Iceland stickleback belong to?
Iceland stickleback (Gasterosteus islandicus) belongs to the family Gasterosteidae (Sticklebacks) in the order Gasterosteiformes (Sticklebacks).
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