Piauçu
Megaleporinus macrocephalus
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Freshwater
Overview
Piauçu (Megaleporinus macrocephalus) is a freshwater fish of the family Anostomidae, in the order Characiformes. Maximum recorded length is 68 cm, with a maximum published weight of 5.3 kg.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 68,4000015258789 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 5,28 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Orden | Characiformes (Characins) |
| Familia | Anostomidae |
| Especies | Megaleporinus macrocephalus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Piauçu get?
Piauçu can grow up to 68.4000015258789 cm long and weigh 5.28 kg.
What family does Piauçu belong to?
Piauçu (Megaleporinus macrocephalus) belongs to the family Anostomidae in the order Characiformes (Characins).
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