Compsaraia compsa
Compsaraia compsa
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Freshwater
Max Length
33.900001525878906 cm
Family
Overview
Compsaraia compsa is a freshwater fish of the family Apteronotidae (Ghost Knifefishes), in the order Gymnotiformes. Maximum recorded length is 34 cm.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 33.900001525878906 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Water Type
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Order | Gymnotiformes (Electric knifefishes) |
| Family | Apteronotidae (Ghost Knifefishes) |
| Species | Compsaraia compsa |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Chinese (Simplified) | 华美背孔电鳗 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How big does Compsaraia compsa get?
Compsaraia compsa can grow up to 33.900001525878906 cm long.
What family does Compsaraia compsa belong to?
Compsaraia compsa (Compsaraia compsa) belongs to the family Apteronotidae (Ghost Knifefishes) in the order Gymnotiformes (Electric knifefishes).
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