Couma sea catfish
Sciades couma
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Brackish
Overview
Couma sea catfish (Sciades couma) is a brackish-water fish of the family Ariidae, in the order Siluriformes. Maximum recorded length is 97 cm, with a maximum published weight of 30 kg. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 97,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 30,0 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Tipo de Água
Brackish
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Siluriformes (Catfishes) |
| Família | Ariidae |
| Espécies | Sciades couma |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does Couma sea catfish get?
Couma sea catfish can grow up to 97.0 cm long and weigh 30.0 kg.
Where is Couma sea catfish found?
Estuaries
What family does Couma sea catfish belong to?
Couma sea catfish (Sciades couma) belongs to the family Ariidae in the order Siluriformes (Catfishes).
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