Chain pickerel
Esox niger
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Freshwater
Overview
Chain pickerel (Esox niger) is a freshwater fish of the family Esocidae (Pikes), in the order Esociformes. Maximum recorded length is 99 cm, with a maximum published weight of 4.2 kg. It has been recorded to depths of 6 m. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 99,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 4,25 kg |
| Faixa de Profundidade | ?-6m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Tipo de Água
Freshwater
Faixa de Profundidade
?-6m
Informações de Pesca
Peixe Esportivo
Sim
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Esociformes (Pikes) |
| Família | Esocidae (Pikes) |
| Espécies | Esox niger |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does Chain pickerel get?
Chain pickerel can grow up to 99.0 cm long and weigh 4.25 kg.
Where is Chain pickerel found?
Estuaries
What family does Chain pickerel belong to?
Chain pickerel (Esox niger) belongs to the family Esocidae (Pikes) in the order Esociformes (Pikes).
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