Amu Darya shovelnose sturgeon

Pseudoscaphirhynchus kaufmanni

Not Evaluated Brackish

Max Length

75.0 cm

Max Weight

2.0 kg

Depth Range

1-2m

Family

Acipenseridae

Physical Description

Measurement	Value
Maximum Length	75.0 cm
Maximum Weight	2.0 kg
Depth Range	1-2m

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type

Brackish

Depth Range

1-2m

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Taxonomy

Order	Perciformes (Perch-like fishes)
Family	Acipenseridae (Sturgeons)
Species	Pseudoscaphirhynchus kaufmanni

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Amu Darya shovelnose sturgeon get?

Amu Darya shovelnose sturgeon can grow up to 75.0 cm long and weigh 2.0 kg.

What family does Amu Darya shovelnose sturgeon belong to?

Amu Darya shovelnose sturgeon (Pseudoscaphirhynchus kaufmanni) belongs to the family Acipenseridae (Sturgeons) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).