Feather back
Papyrocranus afer
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Freshwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 80.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 1.32 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
水质类型
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| 目 | Osteoglossiformes (Bony-tongued fishes) |
| 科 | Notopteridae (Featherbacks) |
| 物种 | Papyrocranus afer |
常见问题
How big does Feather back get?
Feather back can grow up to 80.0 cm long and weigh 1.32 kg.
What family does Feather back belong to?
Feather back (Papyrocranus afer) belongs to the family Notopteridae (Featherbacks) in the order Osteoglossiformes (Bony-tongued fishes).
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