Blackback
Alosa kessleri
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 52,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 1,2 kg |
| Диапазон глубин | 0-85m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, estuaries
Тип воды
Freshwater & Saltwater
Диапазон глубин
0-85m
Taxonomy
| Отряд | Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines) |
| Семейство | Alosidae |
| Виды | Alosa kessleri |
Часто задаваемые вопросы
How big does Blackback get?
Blackback can grow up to 52.0 cm long and weigh 1.2 kg.
Where is Blackback found?
Neritic, estuaries
What family does Blackback belong to?
Blackback (Alosa kessleri) belongs to the family Alosidae in the order Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines).
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