Atlantic thread herring
Opisthonema oglinum
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 38,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0,38 kg |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 1-50m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, coral reefs, estuaries
Su Tipi
Saltwater
Derinlik Aralığı
1-50m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines) |
| Familya | Dorosomatidae |
| Türler | Opisthonema oglinum |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does Atlantic thread herring get?
Atlantic thread herring can grow up to 38.0 cm long and weigh 0.38 kg.
Where is Atlantic thread herring found?
Neritic, coral reefs, estuaries
What family does Atlantic thread herring belong to?
Atlantic thread herring (Opisthonema oglinum) belongs to the family Dorosomatidae in the order Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines).
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