Australian swamp eel
Ophisternon gutturale
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Brackish
Comprimento Máximo
60,0 cm
Família
Overview
Australian swamp eel (Ophisternon gutturale) is a brackish-water fish of the family Synbranchidae (Swamp Eels), in the order Synbranchiformes. Maximum recorded length is 60 cm.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 60,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Água
Brackish
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Synbranchiformes (Swamp Eels) |
| Família | Synbranchidae (Swamp Eels) |
| Espécies | Ophisternon gutturale |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does Australian swamp eel get?
Australian swamp eel can grow up to 60.0 cm long.
What family does Australian swamp eel belong to?
Australian swamp eel (Ophisternon gutturale) belongs to the family Synbranchidae (Swamp Eels) in the order Synbranchiformes (Swamp Eels).
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