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Adontosternarchus nebulosus

Adontosternarchus nebulosus

Adontosternarchus nebulosus

Not Evaluated Freshwater
Max Length
21.799999237060547 cm
Depth Range
2-30m
Family

About

Adontosternarchus nebulosus is a freshwater weakly electric fish reaching about 21.8 cm, found in South American river systems. It is among the larger members of its genus and inhabits tropical freshwater environments in the Amazon basin.

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 21.799999237060547 cm
Depth Range 2-30m

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Freshwater
Depth Range
2-30m
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Taxonomy

Order Gymnotiformes (Electric knifefishes)
Family Apteronotidae (Ghost Knifefishes)
Species Adontosternarchus nebulosus

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Adontosternarchus nebulosus get?
Adontosternarchus nebulosus can grow up to 21.799999237060547 cm long.
What family does Adontosternarchus nebulosus belong to?
Adontosternarchus nebulosus (Adontosternarchus nebulosus) belongs to the family Apteronotidae (Ghost Knifefishes) in the order Gymnotiformes (Electric knifefishes).

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