Blackfin pacu
Colossoma macropomum
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Freshwater
Overview
Blackfin pacu (Colossoma macropomum) is a freshwater fish of the family Serrasalmidae (Piranhas & Pacus), in the order Characiformes. Maximum recorded length is 108 cm, with a maximum published weight of 40 kg.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 108,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 40,0 kg |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 5-?m |
Habitat & Distribution
Su Tipi
Freshwater
Derinlik Aralığı
5-?m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Characiformes (Characins) |
| Familya | Serrasalmidae (Piranhas & Pacus) |
| Türler | Colossoma macropomum |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does Blackfin pacu get?
Blackfin pacu can grow up to 108.0 cm long and weigh 40.0 kg.
What family does Blackfin pacu belong to?
Blackfin pacu (Colossoma macropomum) belongs to the family Serrasalmidae (Piranhas & Pacus) in the order Characiformes (Characins).
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