African weakfish
Atractoscion aequidens
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Saltwater
简介
The African weakfish (Atractoscion aequidens) is a large saltwater fish reaching up to 130 cm and 25 kg. It inhabits coastal waters off the southern African coast and is a valued commercial and sport fish.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 130.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 25.0 kg |
| 栖息水深 | 15-200m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, demersal
水质类型
Saltwater
栖息水深
15-200m
钓鱼信息
游钓鱼种
是
Taxonomy
| 目 | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| 科 | Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers) |
| 物种 | Atractoscion aequidens |
常见问题
How big does African weakfish get?
African weakfish can grow up to 130.0 cm long and weigh 25.0 kg.
Where is African weakfish found?
Neritic, demersal
What family does African weakfish belong to?
African weakfish (Atractoscion aequidens) belongs to the family Sciaenidae (Drums and croakers) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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