African ilisha
Ilisha africana
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The African ilisha (Ilisha africana) is a fish found in both freshwater and saltwater environments, growing to 30 cm and about 0.14 kg. It is a schooling fish that inhabits coastal waters and estuaries along the West African coast.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0,14 kg |
| Plage de profondeur | 0-35m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, estuaries
Type d'eau
Freshwater & Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
0-35m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines) |
| Famille | Pristigasteridae (Longfin Herrings) |
| Espèces | Ilisha africana |
Foire aux questions
How big does African ilisha get?
African ilisha can grow up to 30.0 cm long and weigh 0.14 kg.
Where is African ilisha found?
Neritic, estuaries
What family does African ilisha belong to?
African ilisha (Ilisha africana) belongs to the family Pristigasteridae (Longfin Herrings) in the order Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines).
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