Cardinal fish
Epigonus pectinifer
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Saltwater
Overview
Cardinal fish (Epigonus pectinifer) is a marine fish of the family Epigonidae, in the order Acropomatiformes. Maximum recorded length is 16 cm. Its recorded depth range is 100–1200 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 15,5 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 100-1200m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
100-1200m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Acropomatiformes |
| Familie | Epigonidae |
| Arten | Epigonus pectinifer |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Cardinal fish get?
Cardinal fish can grow up to 15.5 cm long.
What family does Cardinal fish belong to?
Cardinal fish (Epigonus pectinifer) belongs to the family Epigonidae in the order Acropomatiformes.
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