Threadfin shad
Dorosoma petenense
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 33,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 0-15m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Tipo de Agua
Freshwater & Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
0-15m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines) |
| Familia | Dorosomatidae |
| Especies | Dorosoma petenense |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Threadfin shad get?
Threadfin shad can grow up to 33.0 cm long.
Where is Threadfin shad found?
Estuaries
What family does Threadfin shad belong to?
Threadfin shad (Dorosoma petenense) belongs to the family Dorosomatidae in the order Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines).
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