Common hatchetfish
Gasteropelecus sternicla
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Freshwater
Comprimento Máximo
3,9000000953674316 cm
Família
Overview
Common hatchetfish (Gasteropelecus sternicla) is a freshwater fish of the family Gasteropelecidae, in the order Characiformes. Maximum recorded length is 3.9 cm.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 3,9000000953674316 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Água
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Characiformes (Characins) |
| Família | Gasteropelecidae |
| Espécies | Gasteropelecus sternicla |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does Common hatchetfish get?
Common hatchetfish can grow up to 3.9000000953674316 cm long.
What family does Common hatchetfish belong to?
Common hatchetfish (Gasteropelecus sternicla) belongs to the family Gasteropelecidae in the order Characiformes (Characins).
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