Parrotfish
Cyphomyrus discorhynchus
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Freshwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 31,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 1,1 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Loại nước
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Bộ | Osteoglossiformes (Bony-tongued fishes) |
| Họ | Mormyridae (Elephantfishes) |
| Loài | Cyphomyrus discorhynchus |
Câu hỏi thường gặp
How big does Parrotfish get?
Parrotfish can grow up to 31.0 cm long and weigh 1.1 kg.
Where is Parrotfish found?
Estuaries
What family does Parrotfish belong to?
Parrotfish (Cyphomyrus discorhynchus) belongs to the family Mormyridae (Elephantfishes) in the order Osteoglossiformes (Bony-tongued fishes).
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