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Agujon needlefish

Tylosurus crocodilus

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Comprimento Máximo
150,0 cm
Peso Máximo
6,35 kg
Faixa de Profundidade
0-13m
Família

Overview

Agujon needlefish (Tylosurus crocodilus) is a marine fish of the family Belonidae (Needlefishes), in the order Beloniformes. Maximum recorded length is 150 cm, with a maximum published weight of 6.3 kg. Its recorded depth range is 0–13 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, pelagic, coral reefs, estuaries.

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Sobre

The agujon needlefish (Tylosurus crocodilus) is a large saltwater fish reaching up to 150 cm and 6.35 kg. It is one of the largest needlefishes and inhabits tropical and subtropical coastal waters worldwide, known for its powerful leaping ability when disturbed.

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 150,0 cm
Maximum Weight 6,35 kg
Faixa de Profundidade 0-13m

Habitat & Distribution

Neritic, pelagic, coral reefs, estuaries

Tipo de Água
Saltwater
Faixa de Profundidade
0-13m

Informações de Pesca

Peixe Esportivo
Sim

Taxonomy

Ordem Beloniformes (Needlefishes & Flyingfishes)
Família Belonidae (Needlefishes)
Espécies Tylosurus crocodilus

Perguntas Frequentes

How big does Agujon needlefish get?
Agujon needlefish can grow up to 150.0 cm long and weigh 6.35 kg.
Where is Agujon needlefish found?
Neritic, pelagic, coral reefs, estuaries
What family does Agujon needlefish belong to?
Agujon needlefish (Tylosurus crocodilus) belongs to the family Belonidae (Needlefishes) in the order Beloniformes (Needlefishes & Flyingfishes).

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