Black finned triggerfish
Melichthys indicus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 25,0 cm |
| نطاق العمق | 1-30m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
1-30m
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| الفصيلة | Balistidae (Triggerfishes) |
| الأنواع | Melichthys indicus |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Black finned triggerfish get?
Black finned triggerfish can grow up to 25.0 cm long.
Where is Black finned triggerfish found?
Coral reefs
What family does Black finned triggerfish belong to?
Black finned triggerfish (Melichthys indicus) belongs to the family Balistidae (Triggerfishes) in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).
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