Japanese smelt
Hypomesus japonicus
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 25.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0.16 kg |
| ช่วงความลึก | 0-50m |
Habitat & Distribution
ประเภทน้ำ
Freshwater & Saltwater
ช่วงความลึก
0-50m
Taxonomy
| อันดับ | Osmeriformes (Smelts) |
| วงศ์ | Osmeridae (Smelts) |
| สายพันธุ์ | Hypomesus japonicus |
คำถามที่พบบ่อย
How big does Japanese smelt get?
Japanese smelt can grow up to 25.0 cm long and weigh 0.16 kg.
What family does Japanese smelt belong to?
Japanese smelt (Hypomesus japonicus) belongs to the family Osmeridae (Smelts) in the order Osmeriformes (Smelts).
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