Northern stargazer
Astroscopus guttatus
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Saltwater
Overview
Northern stargazer (Astroscopus guttatus) is a marine fish of the family Uranoscopidae, in the order Perciformes/Uranoscopoidei. Maximum recorded length is 59 cm, with a maximum published weight of 9.1 kg. It has been recorded to depths of 36 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 59,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 9,1 kg |
| Tiefenbereich | ?-36m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
?-36m
Angelinformationen
Sportfisch
Ja
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Perciformes/Uranoscopoidei |
| Familie | Uranoscopidae |
| Arten | Astroscopus guttatus |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Northern stargazer get?
Northern stargazer can grow up to 59.0 cm long and weigh 9.1 kg.
What family does Northern stargazer belong to?
Northern stargazer (Astroscopus guttatus) belongs to the family Uranoscopidae in the order Perciformes/Uranoscopoidei.
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