Hound needlefish
Tylosurus fodiator
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Saltwater
Overview
Hound needlefish (Tylosurus fodiator) is a marine fish of the family Belonidae (Needlefishes), in the order Beloniformes. Maximum recorded length is 134 cm, with a maximum published weight of 9.9 kg.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 134,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 9,86 kg |
| Plage de profondeur | 0-?m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
0-?m
Informations sur la pêche
Poisson de pêche sportive
Oui
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Beloniformes (Needlefishes & Flyingfishes) |
| Famille | Belonidae (Needlefishes) |
| Espèces | Tylosurus fodiator |
Foire aux questions
How big does Hound needlefish get?
Hound needlefish can grow up to 134.0 cm long and weigh 9.86 kg.
What family does Hound needlefish belong to?
Hound needlefish (Tylosurus fodiator) belongs to the family Belonidae (Needlefishes) in the order Beloniformes (Needlefishes & Flyingfishes).
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