Herring
Ilisha melastoma
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Saltwater
Overview
Herring (Ilisha melastoma) is a marine 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. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 22,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 0-50m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
0-50m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines) |
| Famille | Pristigasteridae (Longfin Herrings) |
| Espèces | Ilisha melastoma |
Foire aux questions
How big does Herring get?
Herring can grow up to 22.0 cm long.
Where is Herring found?
Estuaries
What family does Herring belong to?
Herring (Ilisha melastoma) belongs to the family Pristigasteridae (Longfin Herrings) in the order Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines).
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