Butterfish
Eucinostomus melanopterus
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0.03 kg |
| गहराई सीमा | 0-25m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, estuaries
जल प्रकार
Freshwater & Saltwater
गहराई सीमा
0-25m
Taxonomy
| गण | Eupercaria/misc |
| कुल | Gerreidae |
| प्रजातियाँ | Eucinostomus melanopterus |
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
How big does Butterfish get?
Butterfish can grow up to 30.0 cm long and weigh 0.03 kg.
Where is Butterfish found?
Neritic, estuaries
What family does Butterfish belong to?
Butterfish (Eucinostomus melanopterus) belongs to the family Gerreidae in the order Eupercaria/misc.
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