Highfin ponyfish
Equulites leuciscus
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Saltwater
Overview
Highfin ponyfish (Equulites leuciscus) is a marine fish of the family Leiognathidae, in the order Acanthuriformes. Maximum recorded length is 25 cm. Its recorded depth range is 5–70 m. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 25,0 cm |
| نطاق العمق | 5-70m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
5-70m
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Acanthuriformes (Surgeonfishes and allies) |
| الفصيلة | Leiognathidae |
| الأنواع | Equulites leuciscus |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Highfin ponyfish get?
Highfin ponyfish can grow up to 25.0 cm long.
Where is Highfin ponyfish found?
Estuaries
What family does Highfin ponyfish belong to?
Highfin ponyfish (Equulites leuciscus) belongs to the family Leiognathidae in the order Acanthuriformes (Surgeonfishes and allies).
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