African jack
Caranx senegallus
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The African jack (Caranx senegallus) is a large saltwater fish reaching up to 100 cm in length. It is a fast-swimming pelagic predator found in coastal waters off West Africa and belongs to the family Carangidae.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 100,0 cm |
| Диапазон глубин | ?-200m |
Habitat & Distribution
Pelagic, estuaries
Тип воды
Saltwater
Диапазон глубин
?-200m
Taxonomy
| Отряд | Carangiformes (Jacks and pompanos) |
| Семейство | Carangidae (Jacks and pompanos) |
| Виды | Caranx senegallus |
Часто задаваемые вопросы
How big does African jack get?
African jack can grow up to 100.0 cm long.
Where is African jack found?
Pelagic, estuaries
What family does African jack belong to?
African jack (Caranx senegallus) belongs to the family Carangidae (Jacks and pompanos) in the order Carangiformes (Jacks and pompanos).
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