Brownsnout spookfish
Dolichopteryx longipes
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Saltwater
Overview
Brownsnout spookfish (Dolichopteryx longipes) is a marine fish of the family Opisthoproctidae, in the order Argentiniformes. Maximum recorded length is 18 cm. Its recorded depth range is 500–2400 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 18,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 500-2400m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
500-2400m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Argentiniformes |
| Familie | Opisthoproctidae |
| Arten | Dolichopteryx longipes |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Brownsnout spookfish get?
Brownsnout spookfish can grow up to 18.0 cm long.
What family does Brownsnout spookfish belong to?
Brownsnout spookfish (Dolichopteryx longipes) belongs to the family Opisthoproctidae in the order Argentiniformes.
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