Big Baikal oilfish
Comephorus baikalensis
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Freshwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 21,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 0-1600m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Freshwater
Tiefenbereich
0-1600m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Scorpaeniformes (Scorpionfishes) |
| Familie | Cottidae (Sculpins) |
| Arten | Comephorus baikalensis |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Big Baikal oilfish get?
Big Baikal oilfish can grow up to 21.0 cm long.
What family does Big Baikal oilfish belong to?
Big Baikal oilfish (Comephorus baikalensis) belongs to the family Cottidae (Sculpins) in the order Scorpaeniformes (Scorpionfishes).
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