Moon fish
Citharinops distichodoides
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Freshwater
Overview
Moon fish (Citharinops distichodoides) is a freshwater fish of the family Citharinidae, in the order Characiformes. Maximum recorded length is 84 cm, with a maximum published weight of 4.6 kg.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 84.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 4.6 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
수질 유형
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| 목(目) | Characiformes (Characins) |
| 과(科) | Citharinidae |
| 종 | Citharinops distichodoides |
자주 묻는 질문
How big does Moon fish get?
Moon fish can grow up to 84.0 cm long and weigh 4.6 kg.
What family does Moon fish belong to?
Moon fish (Citharinops distichodoides) belongs to the family Citharinidae in the order Characiformes (Characins).
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