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Persian chub

Acanthobrama persidis

Not Evaluated Freshwater
Maksimum Boy
9,699999809265137 cm
Familya

Hakkında

A freshwater bream from Persian and Iranian river systems with a silvery, deep body. Inhabits rivers and lakes of the Zagros region. Part of the unique freshwater fish fauna of Iran.

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 9,699999809265137 cm

Habitat & Distribution

Rivers and lakes of western Iran, including the Zagros mountain drainages. Inhabits freshwater habitats in the unique Persian plateau and Mesopotamian transition zones.

Su Tipi
Freshwater
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Taxonomy

Takım Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows)
Familya Leuciscidae
Türler Acanthobrama persidis

Sık Sorulan Sorular

How big does Persian chub get?
Persian chub can grow up to 9.699999809265137 cm long.
Where is Persian chub found?
Rivers and lakes of western Iran, including the Zagros mountain drainages. Inhabits freshwater habitats in the unique Persian plateau and Mesopotamian transition zones.
What family does Persian chub belong to?
Persian chub (Acanthobrama persidis) belongs to the family Leuciscidae in the order Cypriniformes (Carps and minnows).

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