Few-ray hardyhead
Craterocephalus pauciradiatus
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Brackish
Family
Overview
Few-ray hardyhead (Craterocephalus pauciradiatus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Atherinidae (Old World Silversides), in the order Atheriniformes.
Habitat & Distribution
Water Type
Brackish
Taxonomy
| Order | Atheriniformes (Silversides) |
| Family | Atherinidae (Old World Silversides) |
| Species | Craterocephalus pauciradiatus |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does Few-ray hardyhead belong to?
Few-ray hardyhead (Craterocephalus pauciradiatus) belongs to the family Atherinidae (Old World Silversides) in the order Atheriniformes (Silversides).
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