Araçu
Leporinus melanostictus
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Freshwater
Overview
Araçu (Leporinus melanostictus) is a freshwater fish of the family Anostomidae, in the order Characiformes. Maximum recorded length is 28 cm, with a maximum published weight of 0.3 kg.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 28.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0.32 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
수질 유형
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| 목(目) | Characiformes (Characins) |
| 과(科) | Anostomidae |
| 종 | Leporinus melanostictus |
자주 묻는 질문
How big does Araçu get?
Araçu can grow up to 28.0 cm long and weigh 0.32 kg.
What family does Araçu belong to?
Araçu (Leporinus melanostictus) belongs to the family Anostomidae in the order Characiformes (Characins).
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