Pricklenose silverside
Atherion africanum
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Saltwater
Overview
Pricklenose silverside (Atherion africanum) is a marine fish of the family Atherionidae, in the order Atheriniformes. Maximum recorded length is 5.5 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–10 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 5,5 cm |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 0-10m |
Habitat & Distribution
Su Tipi
Saltwater
Derinlik Aralığı
0-10m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Atheriniformes (Silversides) |
| Familya | Atherionidae |
| Türler | Atherion africanum |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does Pricklenose silverside get?
Pricklenose silverside can grow up to 5.5 cm long.
What family does Pricklenose silverside belong to?
Pricklenose silverside (Atherion africanum) belongs to the family Atherionidae in the order Atheriniformes (Silversides).
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