Genus

Megalops

2 species. Maximum lifespan ranges from 44 years (Oxeye) to 55 years (Tarpon).

Species
2
with a complete mtDNA
Lifespan range
44–55 yr
Longest: Tarpon
Median GC
45.1%
Range 45.1–45.2%
Median mtDNA size
16,549 bp

Where Megalops species sit among 2,335 species

Whole-genome GC content against maximum lifespan. Hover or tap a point; select it again to open the species.

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Species in Megalops

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Species in Megalops
Megalops atlanticusTarpon55 yr16,686 bp45.06%
Megalops cyprinoidesOxeye44 yr16,412 bp45.16%