African pike
Hepsetus cuvieri
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Freshwater
Comprimento Máximo
37,0 cm
Família
Sobre
The African pike (Hepsetus cuvieri) is a freshwater predatory fish reaching about 37 cm in length. It inhabits rivers of West and Central Africa and is a member of the characiform family Hepsetidae.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 37,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Água
Freshwater
Informações de Pesca
Peixe Esportivo
Sim
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Characiformes (Characins) |
| Família | Hepsetidae |
| Espécies | Hepsetus cuvieri |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does African pike get?
African pike can grow up to 37.0 cm long.
What family does African pike belong to?
African pike (Hepsetus cuvieri) belongs to the family Hepsetidae in the order Characiformes (Characins).
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