Eel sucker
Petromyzon marinus
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 120,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 2,5 kg |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 1-4099m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Su Tipi
Freshwater & Saltwater
Derinlik Aralığı
1-4099m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Petromyzontiformes (Lampreys) |
| Familya | Petromyzontidae (Northern Lampreys) |
| Türler | Petromyzon marinus |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does Eel sucker get?
Eel sucker can grow up to 120.0 cm long and weigh 2.5 kg.
Where is Eel sucker found?
Estuaries
What family does Eel sucker belong to?
Eel sucker (Petromyzon marinus) belongs to the family Petromyzontidae (Northern Lampreys) in the order Petromyzontiformes (Lampreys).
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