Amazon hatchet herring
Pristigaster cayana
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Brackish
Longueur maximale
14,5 cm
Famille
Overview
Amazon hatchet herring (Pristigaster cayana) is a brackish-water fish of the family Pristigasteridae (Longfin Herrings), in the order Clupeiformes. Maximum recorded length is 14 cm.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 14,5 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Brackish
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines) |
| Famille | Pristigasteridae (Longfin Herrings) |
| Espèces | Pristigaster cayana |
Foire aux questions
How big does Amazon hatchet herring get?
Amazon hatchet herring can grow up to 14.5 cm long.
What family does Amazon hatchet herring belong to?
Amazon hatchet herring (Pristigaster cayana) belongs to the family Pristigasteridae (Longfin Herrings) in the order Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines).
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