American burbot
Lota lota
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Overview
American burbot (Lota lota) is a brackish-water fish of the family Lotidae (Ling & Burbot), in the order Gadiformes. Maximum recorded length is 152 cm, with a maximum published weight of 34 kg. Its recorded depth range is 1–700 m. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 152,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 34,0 kg |
| Plage de profondeur | 1-700m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Type d'eau
Brackish
Plage de profondeur
1-700m
Informations sur la pêche
Poisson de pêche sportive
Oui
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Gadiformes (Cods) |
| Famille | Lotidae (Ling & Burbot) |
| Espèces | Lota lota |
Foire aux questions
How big does American burbot get?
American burbot can grow up to 152.0 cm long and weigh 34.0 kg.
Where is American burbot found?
Estuaries
What family does American burbot belong to?
American burbot (Lota lota) belongs to the family Lotidae (Ling & Burbot) in the order Gadiformes (Cods).
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