Chinese sturgeon
Acipenser sinensis
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Overview
Chinese sturgeon (Acipenser sinensis) is a euryhaline fish of the family Acipenseridae (Sturgeons), in the order Acipenseriformes. Maximum recorded length is 346 cm, with a maximum published weight of 600 kg. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 346,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 600,0 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Su Tipi
Freshwater & Saltwater
Taxonomy
| Takım | Acipenseriformes (Sturgeons & Paddlefish) |
| Familya | Acipenseridae (Sturgeons) |
| Türler | Acipenser sinensis |
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How big does Chinese sturgeon get?
Chinese sturgeon can grow up to 346.0 cm long and weigh 600.0 kg.
Where is Chinese sturgeon found?
Estuaries
What family does Chinese sturgeon belong to?
Chinese sturgeon (Acipenser sinensis) belongs to the family Acipenseridae (Sturgeons) in the order Acipenseriformes (Sturgeons & Paddlefish).
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