Longtail knifefish
Sternopygus macrurus
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Freshwater
最大体长
140.5 cm
Overview
Longtail knifefish (Sternopygus macrurus) is a freshwater fish of the family Sternopygidae (Glass Knifefishes), in the order Gymnotiformes. Maximum recorded length is 140 cm.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 140.5 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
水质类型
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| 目 | Gymnotiformes (Electric knifefishes) |
| 科 | Sternopygidae (Glass Knifefishes) |
| 物种 | Sternopygus macrurus |
常见问题
How big does Longtail knifefish get?
Longtail knifefish can grow up to 140.5 cm long.
What family does Longtail knifefish belong to?
Longtail knifefish (Sternopygus macrurus) belongs to the family Sternopygidae (Glass Knifefishes) in the order Gymnotiformes (Electric knifefishes).
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