Butterfish
Tilodon sexfasciatus
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Saltwater
Overview
Butterfish (Tilodon sexfasciatus) is a marine fish of the family Microcanthidae, in the order Centrarchiformes. Maximum recorded length is 40 cm. Its recorded depth range is 1–120 m. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 40,0 cm |
| نطاق العمق | 1-120m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
1-120m
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Centrarchiformes (Sunfishes) |
| الفصيلة | Microcanthidae |
| الأنواع | Tilodon sexfasciatus |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Butterfish get?
Butterfish can grow up to 40.0 cm long.
Where is Butterfish found?
Estuaries
What family does Butterfish belong to?
Butterfish (Tilodon sexfasciatus) belongs to the family Microcanthidae in the order Centrarchiformes (Sunfishes).
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