Giant tonguefish
Symphurus megasomus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 14,670000076293945 cm |
| نطاق العمق | 200-640m |
Habitat & Distribution
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
200-640m
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes) |
| الفصيلة | Cynoglossidae (Tonguefishes) |
| الأنواع | Symphurus megasomus |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Giant tonguefish get?
Giant tonguefish can grow up to 14.670000076293945 cm long.
What family does Giant tonguefish belong to?
Giant tonguefish (Symphurus megasomus) belongs to the family Cynoglossidae (Tonguefishes) in the order Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes).
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