Lesser spiny eel
Macrognathus aculeatus
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Brackish
Comprimento Máximo
38,0 cm
Família
Overview
Lesser spiny eel (Macrognathus aculeatus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Mastacembelidae (Spiny Eels), in the order Synbranchiformes. Maximum recorded length is 38 cm.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 38,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Água
Brackish
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Synbranchiformes (Swamp Eels) |
| Família | Mastacembelidae (Spiny Eels) |
| Espécies | Macrognathus aculeatus |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does Lesser spiny eel get?
Lesser spiny eel can grow up to 38.0 cm long.
What family does Lesser spiny eel belong to?
Lesser spiny eel (Macrognathus aculeatus) belongs to the family Mastacembelidae (Spiny Eels) in the order Synbranchiformes (Swamp Eels).
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