West African pygmy herring
Sierrathrissa leonensis
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Overview
West African pygmy herring (Sierrathrissa leonensis) is a freshwater fish of the family Dorosomatidae, in the order Clupeiformes. Maximum recorded length is 3.5 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–8 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 3,5199999809265137 cm |
| Phạm vi độ sâu | 0-8m |
Habitat & Distribution
Loại nước
Freshwater
Phạm vi độ sâu
0-8m
Taxonomy
| Bộ | Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines) |
| Họ | Dorosomatidae |
| Loài | Sierrathrissa leonensis |
Câu hỏi thường gặp
How big does West African pygmy herring get?
West African pygmy herring can grow up to 3.5199999809265137 cm long.
What family does West African pygmy herring belong to?
West African pygmy herring (Sierrathrissa leonensis) belongs to the family Dorosomatidae in the order Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines).
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