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Traíra

Hoplias microcephalus

Not Evaluated Freshwater
Max Length
35.599998474121094 cm
Family

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 35.599998474121094 cm

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Freshwater
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Taxonomy

Order Characiformes (Characins)
Family Erythrinidae (Trahiras)
Species Hoplias microcephalus

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Traíra get?
Traíra can grow up to 35.599998474121094 cm long.
What family does Traíra belong to?
Traíra (Hoplias microcephalus) belongs to the family Erythrinidae (Trahiras) in the order Characiformes (Characins).

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