Hagfish
Eptatretus longipinnis
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Saltwater
Overview
Hagfish (Eptatretus longipinnis) is a marine fish of the family Myxinidae, in the order Myxiniformes. Maximum recorded length is 63 cm. Its recorded depth range is 14–40 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 62,70000076293945 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 14-40m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
14-40m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Myxiniformes |
| Familie | Myxinidae |
| Arten | Eptatretus longipinnis |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Hagfish get?
Hagfish can grow up to 62.70000076293945 cm long.
What family does Hagfish belong to?
Hagfish (Eptatretus longipinnis) belongs to the family Myxinidae in the order Myxiniformes.
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