American sackfish
Neoepinnula americana
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Overview
American sackfish (Neoepinnula americana) is a marine fish of the family Gempylidae, in the order Scombriformes. Maximum recorded length is 22 cm. Its recorded depth range is 184–457 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 22,0 cm |
| نطاق العمق | 184-457m |
Habitat & Distribution
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
184-457m
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas) |
| الفصيلة | Gempylidae |
| الأنواع | Neoepinnula americana |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does American sackfish get?
American sackfish can grow up to 22.0 cm long.
What family does American sackfish belong to?
American sackfish (Neoepinnula americana) belongs to the family Gempylidae in the order Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas).
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