African longfin
Bryconalestes longipinnis
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African longfin (Bryconalestes longipinnis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Alestidae (African Tetras), in the order Characiformes. Maximum recorded length is 16 cm. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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The African longfin (Bryconalestes longipinnis) is a brackish-water fish reaching about 16.4 cm in length. It inhabits coastal rivers and lagoons in West Africa and is notable for its elongated dorsal and pectoral fins.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 16,399999618530273 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Characiformes (Characins) |
| Famille | Alestidae (African Tetras) |
| Espèces | Bryconalestes longipinnis |
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