Blue whiting
Merluccius australis
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Saltwater
Overview
Blue whiting (Merluccius australis) is a marine fish of the family Merlucciidae (Hakes), in the order Gadiformes. Maximum recorded length is 155 cm. Its recorded depth range is 28–1000 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 155,0 cm |
| نطاق العمق | 28-1000m |
Habitat & Distribution
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
28-1000m
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Gadiformes (Cods) |
| الفصيلة | Merlucciidae (Hakes) |
| الأنواع | Merluccius australis |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Blue whiting get?
Blue whiting can grow up to 155.0 cm long.
What family does Blue whiting belong to?
Blue whiting (Merluccius australis) belongs to the family Merlucciidae (Hakes) in the order Gadiformes (Cods).
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