Giant toadfish
Lagocephalus sceleratus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 110,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 9,0 kg |
| Tiefenbereich | 18-100m |
Habitat & Distribution
Demersal, coral reefs
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
18-100m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| Familie | Tetraodontidae (Pufferfish) |
| Arten | Lagocephalus sceleratus |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Giant toadfish get?
Giant toadfish can grow up to 110.0 cm long and weigh 9.0 kg.
Where is Giant toadfish found?
Demersal, coral reefs
What family does Giant toadfish belong to?
Giant toadfish (Lagocephalus sceleratus) belongs to the family Tetraodontidae (Pufferfish) in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).
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