Black-spotted boxfish
Caprichthys gymnura
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Saltwater
Overview
Black-spotted boxfish (Caprichthys gymnura) is a marine fish of the family Aracanidae, in the order Tetraodontiformes. Maximum recorded length is 11 cm. Its recorded depth range is 40–200 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 11,0 cm |
| نطاق العمق | 40-200m |
Habitat & Distribution
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
40-200m
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| الفصيلة | Aracanidae |
| الأنواع | Caprichthys gymnura |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Black-spotted boxfish get?
Black-spotted boxfish can grow up to 11.0 cm long.
What family does Black-spotted boxfish belong to?
Black-spotted boxfish (Caprichthys gymnura) belongs to the family Aracanidae in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).
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