Hatchetfish
Phosichthys argenteus
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Saltwater
Overview
Hatchetfish (Phosichthys argenteus) is a marine fish of the family Phosichthyidae (Lightfishes), in the order Stomiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 30 cm. Its recorded depth range is 300–1050 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 300-1050m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
300-1050m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes) |
| Familie | Phosichthyidae (Lightfishes) |
| Arten | Phosichthys argenteus |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Hatchetfish get?
Hatchetfish can grow up to 30.0 cm long.
What family does Hatchetfish belong to?
Hatchetfish (Phosichthys argenteus) belongs to the family Phosichthyidae (Lightfishes) in the order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes).
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