Western hardyhead
Leptatherina wallacei
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Brackish
Longueur maximale
7,0 cm
Famille
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 7,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Type d'eau
Brackish
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Atheriniformes (Silversides) |
| Famille | Atherinidae (Old World Silversides) |
| Espèces | Leptatherina wallacei |
Foire aux questions
How big does Western hardyhead get?
Western hardyhead can grow up to 7.0 cm long.
Where is Western hardyhead found?
Estuaries
What family does Western hardyhead belong to?
Western hardyhead (Leptatherina wallacei) belongs to the family Atherinidae (Old World Silversides) in the order Atheriniformes (Silversides).
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