Bristlemouth
Sigmops elongatus
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Saltwater
Overview
Bristlemouth (Sigmops elongatus) is a marine fish of the family Gonostomatidae (Bristlemouths), in the order Stomiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 28 cm. Its recorded depth range is 25–4740 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 27,5 cm |
| نطاق العمق | 25-4740m |
Habitat & Distribution
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
25-4740m
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes) |
| الفصيلة | Gonostomatidae (Bristlemouths) |
| الأنواع | Sigmops elongatus |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Bristlemouth get?
Bristlemouth can grow up to 27.5 cm long.
What family does Bristlemouth belong to?
Bristlemouth (Sigmops elongatus) belongs to the family Gonostomatidae (Bristlemouths) in the order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes).
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