Lantern belly
Malakichthys elegans
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Saltwater
Overview
Lantern belly (Malakichthys elegans) is a marine fish of the family Malakichthyidae, in the order Acropomatiformes. Maximum recorded length is 20 cm. Its recorded depth range is 165–208 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 20,0 cm |
| نطاق العمق | 165-208m |
Habitat & Distribution
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
165-208m
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Acropomatiformes |
| الفصيلة | Malakichthyidae |
| الأنواع | Malakichthys elegans |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Lantern belly get?
Lantern belly can grow up to 20.0 cm long.
What family does Lantern belly belong to?
Lantern belly (Malakichthys elegans) belongs to the family Malakichthyidae in the order Acropomatiformes.
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