Agassiz' smooth-head
Leptochilichthys agassizii
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The Agassiz smooth-head (Leptochilichthys agassizii) is a saltwater fish reaching about 30.8 cm in length. It inhabits deep-sea environments and belongs to the family Alepocephalidae, known for their smooth, scaleless bodies adapted to deep water conditions.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30,799999237060547 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 2000-3100m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
2000-3100m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Alepocephaliformes |
| Familie | Alepocephalidae |
| Arten | Leptochilichthys agassizii |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Agassiz' smooth-head get?
Agassiz' smooth-head can grow up to 30.799999237060547 cm long.
What family does Agassiz' smooth-head belong to?
Agassiz' smooth-head (Leptochilichthys agassizii) belongs to the family Alepocephalidae in the order Alepocephaliformes.
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