Spotback herring
Herklotsichthys punctatus
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Spotback herring (Herklotsichthys punctatus) is a marine fish of the family Dorosomatidae, in the order Clupeiformes. Maximum recorded length is 12 cm, with a maximum published weight of 0 kg. Its recorded depth range is 0–50 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, pelagic, coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 11.699999809265137 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0.01 kg |
| Depth Range | 0-50m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, pelagic, coral reefs
Taxonomy
| Order | Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines) |
| Family | Dorosomatidae |
| Species | Herklotsichthys punctatus |
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