Bloch's gizzard shad
Nematalosa nasus
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Overview
Bloch's gizzard shad (Nematalosa nasus) is a euryhaline fish of the family Dorosomatidae, in the order Clupeiformes. Maximum recorded length is 27 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–30 m. Recorded habitats include pelagic, estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 27,200000762939453 cm |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 0-30m |
Habitat & Distribution
Pelagic, estuaries
Su Tipi
Freshwater & Saltwater
Derinlik Aralığı
0-30m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines) |
| Familya | Dorosomatidae |
| Türler | Nematalosa nasus |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does Bloch's gizzard shad get?
Bloch's gizzard shad can grow up to 27.200000762939453 cm long.
Where is Bloch's gizzard shad found?
Pelagic, estuaries
What family does Bloch's gizzard shad belong to?
Bloch's gizzard shad (Nematalosa nasus) belongs to the family Dorosomatidae in the order Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines).
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