Elephant fish
Gnathonemus petersii
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Not Evaluated
Freshwater
Longueur maximale
35,0 cm
Famille
Overview
Elephant fish (Gnathonemus petersii) is a freshwater fish of the family Mormyridae (Elephantfishes), in the order Osteoglossiformes. Maximum recorded length is 35 cm.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 35,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Osteoglossiformes (Bony-tongued fishes) |
| Famille | Mormyridae (Elephantfishes) |
| Espèces | Gnathonemus petersii |
Foire aux questions
How big does Elephant fish get?
Elephant fish can grow up to 35.0 cm long.
What family does Elephant fish belong to?
Elephant fish (Gnathonemus petersii) belongs to the family Mormyridae (Elephantfishes) in the order Osteoglossiformes (Bony-tongued fishes).
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