Night smelt
Spirinchus starksi
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Saltwater
Overview
Night smelt (Spirinchus starksi) is a marine fish of the family Osmeridae (Smelts), in the order Osmeriformes. Maximum recorded length is 23 cm. It has been recorded to depths of 128 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 23,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | ?-128m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
?-128m
Información de Pesca
Pez de Pesca Deportiva
Sí
Taxonomy
| Orden | Osmeriformes (Smelts) |
| Familia | Osmeridae (Smelts) |
| Especies | Spirinchus starksi |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Night smelt get?
Night smelt can grow up to 23.0 cm long.
What family does Night smelt belong to?
Night smelt (Spirinchus starksi) belongs to the family Osmeridae (Smelts) in the order Osmeriformes (Smelts).
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