Western hardyhead
Leptatherina wallacei
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Brackish
Longitud Máxima
7,0 cm
Familia
Overview
Western hardyhead (Leptatherina wallacei) is a brackish-water fish of the family Atherinidae (Old World Silversides), in the order Atheriniformes. Maximum recorded length is 7 cm. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 7,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Tipo de Agua
Brackish
Taxonomy
| Orden | Atheriniformes (Silversides) |
| Familia | Atherinidae (Old World Silversides) |
| Especies | Leptatherina wallacei |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Western hardyhead get?
Western hardyhead can grow up to 7.0 cm long.
Where is Western hardyhead found?
Estuaries
What family does Western hardyhead belong to?
Western hardyhead (Leptatherina wallacei) belongs to the family Atherinidae (Old World Silversides) in the order Atheriniformes (Silversides).
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