Carolina whiting
Menticirrhus americanus
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Overview
Carolina whiting (Menticirrhus americanus) is a marine fish of the family Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 50 cm, with a maximum published weight of 1.1 kg. It has been recorded to depths of 40 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 50.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 1.07 kg |
| 서식 수심 | ?-40m |
Habitat & Distribution
수질 유형
Saltwater
서식 수심
?-40m
낚시 정보
낚시 대상어
예
Taxonomy
| 목(目) | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| 과(科) | Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers) |
| 종 | Menticirrhus americanus |
자주 묻는 질문
How big does Carolina whiting get?
Carolina whiting can grow up to 50.0 cm long and weigh 1.07 kg.
What family does Carolina whiting belong to?
Carolina whiting (Menticirrhus americanus) belongs to the family Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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