Oblique butterflyfish
Prognathodes obliquus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 15,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 40-100m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
40-100m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Familie | Chaetodontidae (Butterflyfishes) |
| Arten | Prognathodes obliquus |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Oblique butterflyfish get?
Oblique butterflyfish can grow up to 15.0 cm long.
What family does Oblique butterflyfish belong to?
Oblique butterflyfish (Prognathodes obliquus) belongs to the family Chaetodontidae (Butterflyfishes) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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