Feather back
Papyrocranus afer
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Freshwater
Overview
Feather back (Papyrocranus afer) is a freshwater fish of the family Notopteridae (Featherbacks), in the order Osteoglossiformes. Maximum recorded length is 80 cm, with a maximum published weight of 1.3 kg.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 80,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 1,32 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Osteoglossiformes (Bony-tongued fishes) |
| Famille | Notopteridae (Featherbacks) |
| Espèces | Papyrocranus afer |
Foire aux questions
How big does Feather back get?
Feather back can grow up to 80.0 cm long and weigh 1.32 kg.
What family does Feather back belong to?
Feather back (Papyrocranus afer) belongs to the family Notopteridae (Featherbacks) in the order Osteoglossiformes (Bony-tongued fishes).
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