Balao
Hemiramphus balao
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 40,0 cm |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 0-5m |
Habitat & Distribution
Su Tipi
Saltwater
Derinlik Aralığı
0-5m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Beloniformes (Needlefishes & Flyingfishes) |
| Familya | Hemiramphidae (Halfbeaks) |
| Türler | Hemiramphus balao |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does Balao get?
Balao can grow up to 40.0 cm long.
What family does Balao belong to?
Balao (Hemiramphus balao) belongs to the family Hemiramphidae (Halfbeaks) in the order Beloniformes (Needlefishes & Flyingfishes).
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