Sharp-nosed river mullet
Cestraeus oxyrhyncus
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Brackish
Overview
Sharp-nosed river mullet (Cestraeus oxyrhyncus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Mugilidae (Mullets), in the order Mugiliformes. Maximum recorded length is 39 cm. It has been recorded to depths of 2 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 39,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | ?-2m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Brackish
Rango de Profundidad
?-2m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Mugiliformes (Mullets) |
| Familia | Mugilidae (Mullets) |
| Especies | Cestraeus oxyrhyncus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Sharp-nosed river mullet get?
Sharp-nosed river mullet can grow up to 39.0 cm long.
What family does Sharp-nosed river mullet belong to?
Sharp-nosed river mullet (Cestraeus oxyrhyncus) belongs to the family Mugilidae (Mullets) in the order Mugiliformes (Mullets).
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