Short-tail tripodfish
Tripodichthys oxycephalus
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Saltwater
Overview
Short-tail tripodfish (Tripodichthys oxycephalus) is a marine fish of the family Triacanthidae, in the order Tetraodontiformes. Maximum recorded length is 20 cm. It has been recorded to depths of 35 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 20,0 cm |
| نطاق العمق | ?-35m |
Habitat & Distribution
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
?-35m
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| الفصيلة | Triacanthidae |
| الأنواع | Tripodichthys oxycephalus |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Short-tail tripodfish get?
Short-tail tripodfish can grow up to 20.0 cm long.
What family does Short-tail tripodfish belong to?
Short-tail tripodfish (Tripodichthys oxycephalus) belongs to the family Triacanthidae in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).
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