African scat
Scatophagus tetracanthus
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The African scat (Scatophagus tetracanthus) is a fish found in both freshwater and saltwater environments, reaching up to 30 cm in length. It inhabits estuaries and coastal waters along the eastern African coast.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30.0 cm |
| ช่วงความลึก | 0-5m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
ประเภทน้ำ
Freshwater & Saltwater
ช่วงความลึก
0-5m
Taxonomy
| อันดับ | Acanthuriformes (Surgeonfishes and allies) |
| วงศ์ | Scatophagidae |
| สายพันธุ์ | Scatophagus tetracanthus |
คำถามที่พบบ่อย
How big does African scat get?
African scat can grow up to 30.0 cm long.
Where is African scat found?
Estuaries
What family does African scat belong to?
African scat (Scatophagus tetracanthus) belongs to the family Scatophagidae in the order Acanthuriformes (Surgeonfishes and allies).
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