Alewife
Alosa pseudoharengus
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Overview
Alewife (Alosa pseudoharengus) is a euryhaline fish of the family Alosidae, in the order Clupeiformes. Maximum recorded length is 40 cm, with a maximum published weight of 0.2 kg. Its recorded depth range is 5–145 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 40,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0,2 kg |
| Plage de profondeur | 5-145m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, estuaries
Type d'eau
Freshwater & Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
5-145m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines) |
| Famille | Alosidae |
| Espèces | Alosa pseudoharengus |
Foire aux questions
How big does Alewife get?
Alewife can grow up to 40.0 cm long and weigh 0.2 kg.
Where is Alewife found?
Neritic, estuaries
What family does Alewife belong to?
Alewife (Alosa pseudoharengus) belongs to the family Alosidae in the order Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines).
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