Dusky cardinalfish
Phaeoptyx pigmentaria
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Saltwater
Overview
Dusky cardinalfish (Phaeoptyx pigmentaria) is a marine fish of the family Apogonidae, in the order Kurtiformes. Maximum recorded length is 8 cm. Its recorded depth range is 13–50 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 8,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 13-50m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
13-50m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Kurtiformes |
| Familie | Apogonidae |
| Arten | Phaeoptyx pigmentaria |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Dusky cardinalfish get?
Dusky cardinalfish can grow up to 8.0 cm long.
What family does Dusky cardinalfish belong to?
Dusky cardinalfish (Phaeoptyx pigmentaria) belongs to the family Apogonidae in the order Kurtiformes.
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