Backspine cowfish
Lactoria fornasini
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Saltwater
Overview
Backspine cowfish (Lactoria fornasini) is a marine fish of the family Ostraciidae (Boxfishes), in the order Tetraodontiformes. Maximum recorded length is 23 cm. Its recorded depth range is 5–132 m. Recorded habitats include coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 23,0 cm |
| نطاق العمق | 5-132m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
5-132m
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| الفصيلة | Ostraciidae (Boxfishes) |
| الأنواع | Lactoria fornasini |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Backspine cowfish get?
Backspine cowfish can grow up to 23.0 cm long.
Where is Backspine cowfish found?
Coral reefs
What family does Backspine cowfish belong to?
Backspine cowfish (Lactoria fornasini) belongs to the family Ostraciidae (Boxfishes) in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).
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