Big-head croaker
Pennahia macrocephalus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 27,799999237060547 cm |
| Faixa de Profundidade | ?-100m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
Tipo de Água
Saltwater
Faixa de Profundidade
?-100m
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Família | Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers) |
| Espécies | Pennahia macrocephalus |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does Big-head croaker get?
Big-head croaker can grow up to 27.799999237060547 cm long.
Where is Big-head croaker found?
Coral reefs
What family does Big-head croaker belong to?
Big-head croaker (Pennahia macrocephalus) belongs to the family Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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