American butterfish
Peprilus triacanthus
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Saltwater
Overview
American butterfish (Peprilus triacanthus) is a marine fish of the family Stromateidae, in the order Scombriformes. Maximum recorded length is 30 cm. Its recorded depth range is 15–420 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 15-420m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, estuaries
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
15-420m
Informations sur la pêche
Poisson de pêche sportive
Oui
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas) |
| Famille | Stromateidae |
| Espèces | Peprilus triacanthus |
Foire aux questions
How big does American butterfish get?
American butterfish can grow up to 30.0 cm long.
Where is American butterfish found?
Neritic, estuaries
What family does American butterfish belong to?
American butterfish (Peprilus triacanthus) belongs to the family Stromateidae in the order Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas).
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