Aguja
Potamorrhaphis guianensis
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Freshwater
О рыбе
The aguja (Potamorrhaphis guianensis) is a freshwater fish reaching about 29.1 cm in length. It inhabits rivers and streams in northeastern South America and belongs to the family Belonidae, the needlefishes, characterized by their elongated jaws.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 29,100000381469727 cm |
| Диапазон глубин | 0-?m |
Habitat & Distribution
Тип воды
Freshwater
Диапазон глубин
0-?m
Taxonomy
| Отряд | Beloniformes (Needlefishes & Flyingfishes) |
| Семейство | Belonidae (Needlefishes) |
| Виды | Potamorrhaphis guianensis |
Часто задаваемые вопросы
How big does Aguja get?
Aguja can grow up to 29.100000381469727 cm long.
What family does Aguja belong to?
Aguja (Potamorrhaphis guianensis) belongs to the family Belonidae (Needlefishes) in the order Beloniformes (Needlefishes & Flyingfishes).
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