Clown featherback
Chitala ornata
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Freshwater
Overview
Clown featherback (Chitala ornata) is a freshwater fish of the family Notopteridae (Featherbacks), in the order Osteoglossiformes. Maximum recorded length is 100 cm, with a maximum published weight of 5 kg.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 100,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 4,95 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Osteoglossiformes (Bony-tongued fishes) |
| Famille | Notopteridae (Featherbacks) |
| Espèces | Chitala ornata |
Foire aux questions
How big does Clown featherback get?
Clown featherback can grow up to 100.0 cm long and weigh 4.95 kg.
What family does Clown featherback belong to?
Clown featherback (Chitala ornata) belongs to the family Notopteridae (Featherbacks) in the order Osteoglossiformes (Bony-tongued fishes).
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