Common ponyfish
Leiognathus equula
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Overview
Common ponyfish (Leiognathus equula) is a euryhaline fish of the family Leiognathidae, in the order Acanthuriformes. Maximum recorded length is 28 cm. Its recorded depth range is 10–110 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, coral reefs, estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 28,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 10-110m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, coral reefs, estuaries
Wassertyp
Freshwater & Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
10-110m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Acanthuriformes (Surgeonfishes and allies) |
| Familie | Leiognathidae |
| Arten | Leiognathus equula |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Common ponyfish get?
Common ponyfish can grow up to 28.0 cm long.
Where is Common ponyfish found?
Neritic, coral reefs, estuaries
What family does Common ponyfish belong to?
Common ponyfish (Leiognathus equula) belongs to the family Leiognathidae in the order Acanthuriformes (Surgeonfishes and allies).
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