Knife
Pelecus cultratus
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Brackish
Overview
Knife (Pelecus cultratus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Leuciscidae, in the order Cypriniformes. Maximum recorded length is 60 cm, with a maximum published weight of 2 kg. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 60.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 2.0 kg |
| गहराई सीमा | 20-?m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
जल प्रकार
Brackish
गहराई सीमा
20-?m
Taxonomy
| गण | Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows) |
| कुल | Leuciscidae |
| प्रजातियाँ | Pelecus cultratus |
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
How big does Knife get?
Knife can grow up to 60.0 cm long and weigh 2.0 kg.
Where is Knife found?
Estuaries
What family does Knife belong to?
Knife (Pelecus cultratus) belongs to the family Leuciscidae in the order Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows).
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