Australian freshwater catfish
Tandanus tandanus
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Freshwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 90,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 6,8 kg |
| Faixa de Profundidade | 10-?m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Água
Freshwater
Faixa de Profundidade
10-?m
Informações de Pesca
Peixe Esportivo
Sim
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Siluriformes (Catfishes) |
| Família | Plotosidae |
| Espécies | Tandanus tandanus |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does Australian freshwater catfish get?
Australian freshwater catfish can grow up to 90.0 cm long and weigh 6.8 kg.
What family does Australian freshwater catfish belong to?
Australian freshwater catfish (Tandanus tandanus) belongs to the family Plotosidae in the order Siluriformes (Catfishes).
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