Atlantic porkfish
Anisotremus virginicus
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Saltwater
Overview
Atlantic porkfish (Anisotremus virginicus) is a marine fish of the family Haemulidae (Grunts), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 41 cm, with a maximum published weight of 0.9 kg. Its recorded depth range is 2–70 m. Recorded habitats include coral reefs, estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 40,599998474121094 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0,93 kg |
| نطاق العمق | 2-70m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs, estuaries
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
2-70m
معلومات الصيد
أسماك الصيد الرياضي
نعم
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| الفصيلة | Haemulidae (Grunts) |
| الأنواع | Anisotremus virginicus |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Atlantic porkfish get?
Atlantic porkfish can grow up to 40.599998474121094 cm long and weigh 0.93 kg.
Where is Atlantic porkfish found?
Coral reefs, estuaries
What family does Atlantic porkfish belong to?
Atlantic porkfish (Anisotremus virginicus) belongs to the family Haemulidae (Grunts) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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