Shorthead hagfish
Eptatretus mcconnaugheyi
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Saltwater
Overview
Shorthead hagfish (Eptatretus mcconnaugheyi) is a marine fish of the family Myxinidae, in the order Myxiniformes. Maximum recorded length is 48 cm. Its recorded depth range is 43–415 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 48,20000076293945 cm |
| نطاق العمق | 43-415m |
Habitat & Distribution
نوع الماء
Saltwater
نطاق العمق
43-415m
Taxonomy
| الرتبة | Myxiniformes |
| الفصيلة | Myxinidae |
| الأنواع | Eptatretus mcconnaugheyi |
الأسئلة الشائعة
How big does Shorthead hagfish get?
Shorthead hagfish can grow up to 48.20000076293945 cm long.
What family does Shorthead hagfish belong to?
Shorthead hagfish (Eptatretus mcconnaugheyi) belongs to the family Myxinidae in the order Myxiniformes.
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