Orestias elegans
Orestias elegans
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Not Evaluated
Freshwater
Max Length
10.0 cm
Family
Overview
Orestias elegans is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinodontidae, in the order Cyprinodontiformes. Maximum recorded length is 10 cm.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 10.0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Water Type
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Order | Cyprinodontiformes (Live-bearers and killifish) |
| Family | Cyprinodontidae |
| Species | Orestias elegans |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Chinese (Simplified) | 美丽山鮰 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How big does Orestias elegans get?
Orestias elegans can grow up to 10.0 cm long.
What family does Orestias elegans belong to?
Orestias elegans (Orestias elegans) belongs to the family Cyprinodontidae in the order Cyprinodontiformes (Live-bearers and killifish).
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