Papuan catfish-eel
Plotosus papuensis
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Not Evaluated
Freshwater
Maksimum Boy
55,0 cm
Familya
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 55,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Su Tipi
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Takım | Siluriformes (Catfishes) |
| Familya | Plotosidae |
| Türler | Plotosus papuensis |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does Papuan catfish-eel get?
Papuan catfish-eel can grow up to 55.0 cm long.
What family does Papuan catfish-eel belong to?
Papuan catfish-eel (Plotosus papuensis) belongs to the family Plotosidae in the order Siluriformes (Catfishes).
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