American harvestfish
Peprilus paru
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Saltwater
Overview
American harvestfish (Peprilus paru) is a marine fish of the family Stromateidae, in the order Scombriformes. Maximum recorded length is 36 cm. Its recorded depth range is 15–136 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 36,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 15-136m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, estuaries
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
15-136m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas) |
| Famille | Stromateidae |
| Espèces | Peprilus paru |
Foire aux questions
How big does American harvestfish get?
American harvestfish can grow up to 36.0 cm long.
Where is American harvestfish found?
Neritic, estuaries
What family does American harvestfish belong to?
American harvestfish (Peprilus paru) belongs to the family Stromateidae in the order Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas).
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