Big-eyed jewfish
Johnius coitor
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Both
Longueur maximale
16,0 cm
Famille
Overview
Big-eyed jewfish (Johnius coitor) is a euryhaline fish of the family Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 16 cm. Recorded habitats include neritic, coral reefs, estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 16,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, coral reefs, estuaries
Type d'eau
Freshwater & Saltwater
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Famille | Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers) |
| Espèces | Johnius coitor |
Foire aux questions
How big does Big-eyed jewfish get?
Big-eyed jewfish can grow up to 16.0 cm long.
Where is Big-eyed jewfish found?
Neritic, coral reefs, estuaries
What family does Big-eyed jewfish belong to?
Big-eyed jewfish (Johnius coitor) belongs to the family Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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