AnAge entry for Hydrocynus vittatus

Classification (HAGRID: 03818)

Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia
    Phylum: Chordata
        Class: Teleostei
            Order: Characiformes
                Family: Alestiidae
                    Genus: Hydrocynus
Species
Hydrocynus vittatus
Common name
Tiger fish

Lifespan, ageing, and relevant traits

Maximum longevity
8 years (wild)
Source
ref. 454
Sample size
Medium
Data quality
Acceptable
Observations

Unverified estimates suggest these animals may live up to 11 years [0454].

Life history traits (averages)

Female sexual maturity
Male sexual maturity
Adult weight
15,400 g

Metabolism

No information on metabolism is available.

References

External Resources

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ITIS 639847
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Taxonomy ID 304021
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