MacDonald's lanternfish
Lampanyctus macdonaldi
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 16,0 cm |
| نطاق العمق | 60-1464m |
Habitat & Distribution
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
60-1464m
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Myctophiformes (Lanternfishes) |
| الفصيلة | Myctophidae (Lanternfishes) |
| الأنواع | Lampanyctus macdonaldi |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does MacDonald's lanternfish get?
MacDonald's lanternfish can grow up to 16.0 cm long.
What family does MacDonald's lanternfish belong to?
MacDonald's lanternfish (Lampanyctus macdonaldi) belongs to the family Myctophidae (Lanternfishes) in the order Myctophiformes (Lanternfishes).
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