Blackest whiptail
Hymenocephalus aterrimus
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Saltwater
Overview
Blackest whiptail (Hymenocephalus aterrimus) is a marine fish of the family Macrouridae (Grenadiers), in the order Gadiformes. Maximum recorded length is 20 cm. Its recorded depth range is 340–1348 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 20,0 cm |
| نطاق العمق | 340-1348m |
Habitat & Distribution
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
340-1348m
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Gadiformes (Cods) |
| الفصيلة | Macrouridae (Grenadiers) |
| الأنواع | Hymenocephalus aterrimus |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Blackest whiptail get?
Blackest whiptail can grow up to 20.0 cm long.
What family does Blackest whiptail belong to?
Blackest whiptail (Hymenocephalus aterrimus) belongs to the family Macrouridae (Grenadiers) in the order Gadiformes (Cods).
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