African pompano
Alectis ciliaris
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Saltwater
소개
The African pompano (Alectis ciliaris) is a large saltwater fish reaching up to 150 cm and 22.9 kg. It is found in tropical and subtropical coastal waters worldwide, including off Africa, and is characterized by its highly compressed body and elongated anterior fin rays in juveniles.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 150.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 22.9 kg |
| 서식 수심 | 60-100m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, pelagic, coral reefs
수질 유형
Saltwater
서식 수심
60-100m
낚시 정보
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예
Taxonomy
| 목(目) | Carangiformes (Jacks and pompanos) |
| 과(科) | Carangidae (Jacks and pompanos) |
| 종 | Alectis ciliaris |
자주 묻는 질문
How big does African pompano get?
African pompano can grow up to 150.0 cm long and weigh 22.9 kg.
Where is African pompano found?
Neritic, pelagic, coral reefs
What family does African pompano belong to?
African pompano (Alectis ciliaris) belongs to the family Carangidae (Jacks and pompanos) in the order Carangiformes (Jacks and pompanos).
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