Black batfish
Parastromateus niger
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 75,0 cm |
| نطاق العمق | 15-105m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs, estuaries
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
15-105m
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Carangiformes (Jacks and pompanos) |
| الفصيلة | Carangidae (Jacks and pompanos) |
| الأنواع | Parastromateus niger |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Black batfish get?
Black batfish can grow up to 75.0 cm long.
Where is Black batfish found?
Coral reefs, estuaries
What family does Black batfish belong to?
Black batfish (Parastromateus niger) belongs to the family Carangidae (Jacks and pompanos) in the order Carangiformes (Jacks and pompanos).
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