Big-eyed herring
Ilisha filigera
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Overview
Big-eyed herring (Ilisha filigera) is a euryhaline fish of the family Pristigasteridae (Longfin Herrings), in the order Clupeiformes. Maximum recorded length is 22 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–50 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 22,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 0-50m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Freshwater & Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
0-50m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines) |
| Famille | Pristigasteridae (Longfin Herrings) |
| Espèces | Ilisha filigera |
Foire aux questions
How big does Big-eyed herring get?
Big-eyed herring can grow up to 22.0 cm long.
What family does Big-eyed herring belong to?
Big-eyed herring (Ilisha filigera) belongs to the family Pristigasteridae (Longfin Herrings) in the order Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines).
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