Black amur
Mylopharyngodon piceus
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Brackish
Overview
Black amur (Mylopharyngodon piceus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Xenocyprididae (East Asian Minnows), in the order Cypriniformes. Maximum recorded length is 180 cm, with a maximum published weight of 35 kg. Its recorded depth range is 5–30 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 180.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 35.0 kg |
| 서식 수심 | 5-30m |
Habitat & Distribution
수질 유형
Brackish
서식 수심
5-30m
Taxonomy
| 목(目) | Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows) |
| 과(科) | Xenocyprididae (East Asian Minnows) |
| 종 | Mylopharyngodon piceus |
자주 묻는 질문
How big does Black amur get?
Black amur can grow up to 180.0 cm long and weigh 35.0 kg.
What family does Black amur belong to?
Black amur (Mylopharyngodon piceus) belongs to the family Xenocyprididae (East Asian Minnows) in the order Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows).
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