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Agujon

Strongylura marina

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Comprimento Máximo
111,0 cm
Peso Máximo
2,34 kg
Faixa de Profundidade
0-?m
Família

Overview

Agujon (Strongylura marina) is a euryhaline fish of the family Belonidae (Needlefishes), in the order Beloniformes. Maximum recorded length is 111 cm, with a maximum published weight of 2.3 kg. Recorded habitats include estuaries.

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Sobre

The agujon (Strongylura marina) is a needlefish found in both freshwater and saltwater environments, reaching up to 111 cm and 2.34 kg. It inhabits coastal and estuarine waters of the western Atlantic and is recognized by its long, slender body and elongated jaws.

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 111,0 cm
Maximum Weight 2,34 kg
Faixa de Profundidade 0-?m

Habitat & Distribution

Estuaries

Tipo de Água
Freshwater & Saltwater
Faixa de Profundidade
0-?m

Informações de Pesca

Peixe Esportivo
Sim

Taxonomy

Ordem Beloniformes (Needlefishes & Flyingfishes)
Família Belonidae (Needlefishes)
Espécies Strongylura marina

Perguntas Frequentes

How big does Agujon get?
Agujon can grow up to 111.0 cm long and weigh 2.34 kg.
Where is Agujon found?
Estuaries
What family does Agujon belong to?
Agujon (Strongylura marina) belongs to the family Belonidae (Needlefishes) in the order Beloniformes (Needlefishes & Flyingfishes).

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