River Plate sprat
Platanichthys platana
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Overview
River Plate sprat (Platanichthys platana) is a brackish-water fish of the family Dorosomatidae, in the order Clupeiformes. Maximum recorded length is 18 cm, with a maximum published weight of 0.1 kg. Its recorded depth range is 0–50 m. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 18.5 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0.06 kg |
| 栖息水深 | 0-50m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
水质类型
Brackish
栖息水深
0-50m
Taxonomy
| 目 | Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines) |
| 科 | Dorosomatidae |
| 物种 | Platanichthys platana |
常见问题
How big does River Plate sprat get?
River Plate sprat can grow up to 18.5 cm long and weigh 0.06 kg.
Where is River Plate sprat found?
Estuaries
What family does River Plate sprat belong to?
River Plate sprat (Platanichthys platana) belongs to the family Dorosomatidae in the order Clupeiformes (Herrings & Sardines).
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