Giant oarfish
Regalecus glesne
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 800,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 272,0 kg |
| Tiefenbereich | 20-1000m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
20-1000m
Angelinformationen
Sportfisch
Ja
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Lampriformes |
| Familie | Regalecidae |
| Arten | Regalecus glesne |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Giant oarfish get?
Giant oarfish can grow up to 800.0 cm long and weigh 272.0 kg.
What family does Giant oarfish belong to?
Giant oarfish (Regalecus glesne) belongs to the family Regalecidae in the order Lampriformes.
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