Big-eyed herring
Ilisha filigera
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 22,0 cm |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 0-50m |
Habitat & Distribution
Su Tipi
Freshwater & Saltwater
Derinlik Aralığı
0-50m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines) |
| Familya | Pristigasteridae (Longfin Herrings) |
| Türler | Ilisha filigera |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does Big-eyed herring get?
Big-eyed herring can grow up to 22.0 cm long.
What family does Big-eyed herring belong to?
Big-eyed herring (Ilisha filigera) belongs to the family Pristigasteridae (Longfin Herrings) in the order Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines).
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