Roughspine batfish
Malthopsis asperata
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Saltwater
Overview
Roughspine batfish (Malthopsis asperata) is a marine fish of the family Ogcocephalidae (Batfishes), in the order Lophiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 7.5 cm. Its recorded depth range is 183–670 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 7,5 cm |
| نطاق العمق | 183-670m |
Habitat & Distribution
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
183-670m
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Lophiiformes (Anglerfishes) |
| الفصيلة | Ogcocephalidae (Batfishes) |
| الأنواع | Malthopsis asperata |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Roughspine batfish get?
Roughspine batfish can grow up to 7.5 cm long.
What family does Roughspine batfish belong to?
Roughspine batfish (Malthopsis asperata) belongs to the family Ogcocephalidae (Batfishes) in the order Lophiiformes (Anglerfishes).
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