Night smelt
Spirinchus starksi
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Saltwater
Overview
Night smelt (Spirinchus starksi) is a marine fish of the family Osmeridae (Smelts), in the order Osmeriformes. Maximum recorded length is 23 cm. It has been recorded to depths of 128 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 23,0 cm |
| Kedalaman | ?-128m |
Habitat & Distribution
Jenis Air
Saltwater
Kedalaman
?-128m
Informasi Perikanan
Ikan Buruan
Ya
Taxonomy
| Ordo | Osmeriformes (Smelts) |
| Famili | Osmeridae (Smelts) |
| Spesies | Spirinchus starksi |
Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan
How big does Night smelt get?
Night smelt can grow up to 23.0 cm long.
What family does Night smelt belong to?
Night smelt (Spirinchus starksi) belongs to the family Osmeridae (Smelts) in the order Osmeriformes (Smelts).
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