Polynesian triangular batfish
Malthopsis velutina
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Overview
Polynesian triangular batfish (Malthopsis velutina) is a marine fish of the family Ogcocephalidae (Batfishes), in the order Lophiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 5.7 cm. Its recorded depth range is 280–448 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 5,690000057220459 cm |
| نطاق العمق | 280-448m |
Habitat & Distribution
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
280-448m
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Lophiiformes (Anglerfishes) |
| الفصيلة | Ogcocephalidae (Batfishes) |
| الأنواع | Malthopsis velutina |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Polynesian triangular batfish get?
Polynesian triangular batfish can grow up to 5.690000057220459 cm long.
What family does Polynesian triangular batfish belong to?
Polynesian triangular batfish (Malthopsis velutina) belongs to the family Ogcocephalidae (Batfishes) in the order Lophiiformes (Anglerfishes).
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