Black-banded pigmy boxfish
Capropygia unistriata
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Saltwater
Overview
Black-banded pigmy boxfish (Capropygia unistriata) is a marine fish of the family Aracanidae, in the order Tetraodontiformes. Maximum recorded length is 12 cm. Its recorded depth range is 60–200 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 12,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 60-200m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
60-200m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| Familie | Aracanidae |
| Arten | Capropygia unistriata |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Black-banded pigmy boxfish get?
Black-banded pigmy boxfish can grow up to 12.0 cm long.
What family does Black-banded pigmy boxfish belong to?
Black-banded pigmy boxfish (Capropygia unistriata) belongs to the family Aracanidae in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).
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