Afghanistan silurus
Pterocryptis gangelica
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Not Evaluated
Freshwater
Maksimum Boy
18,0 cm
Familya
Hakkında
The Afghanistan silurus (Pterocryptis gangelica) is a small freshwater catfish reaching up to 18 cm in length. It inhabits river systems in South Asia and is part of the sheatfish family Siluridae.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 18,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Su Tipi
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Takım | Siluriformes (Catfishes) |
| Familya | Siluridae (Sheatfish) |
| Türler | Pterocryptis gangelica |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does Afghanistan silurus get?
Afghanistan silurus can grow up to 18.0 cm long.
What family does Afghanistan silurus belong to?
Afghanistan silurus (Pterocryptis gangelica) belongs to the family Siluridae (Sheatfish) in the order Siluriformes (Catfishes).
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