Slender shovelnose catfish
Sorubim elongatus
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Freshwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 32,20000076293945 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0,26 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Orden | Siluriformes (Catfishes) |
| Familia | Pimelodidae (Long-whiskered Catfish) |
| Especies | Sorubim elongatus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Slender shovelnose catfish get?
Slender shovelnose catfish can grow up to 32.20000076293945 cm long and weigh 0.26 kg.
What family does Slender shovelnose catfish belong to?
Slender shovelnose catfish (Sorubim elongatus) belongs to the family Pimelodidae (Long-whiskered Catfish) in the order Siluriformes (Catfishes).
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