Hottentot
Pachymetopon blochii
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Saltwater
Overview
Hottentot (Pachymetopon blochii) is a marine fish of the family Sparidae (Sea breams and porgies), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 46 cm, with a maximum published weight of 1.7 kg.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 46,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 1,7 kg |
| Plage de profondeur | 1-?m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
1-?m
Informations sur la pêche
Poisson de pêche sportive
Oui
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Famille | Sparidae (Sea breams and porgies) |
| Espèces | Pachymetopon blochii |
Foire aux questions
How big does Hottentot get?
Hottentot can grow up to 46.0 cm long and weigh 1.7 kg.
What family does Hottentot belong to?
Hottentot (Pachymetopon blochii) belongs to the family Sparidae (Sea breams and porgies) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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