Barred knifefish
Steatogenys elegans
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Freshwater
Comprimento Máximo
29,399999618530273 cm
Família
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 29,399999618530273 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Água
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Gymnotiformes (Electric knifefishes) |
| Família | Hypopomidae (Bluntnose Knifefishes) |
| Espécies | Steatogenys elegans |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does Barred knifefish get?
Barred knifefish can grow up to 29.399999618530273 cm long.
What family does Barred knifefish belong to?
Barred knifefish (Steatogenys elegans) belongs to the family Hypopomidae (Bluntnose Knifefishes) in the order Gymnotiformes (Electric knifefishes).
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