Old wife
Diplodus ascensionis
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Saltwater
Overview
Old wife (Diplodus ascensionis) is a marine fish of the family Sparidae (Sea breams and porgies), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 22 cm. It has been recorded to depths of 10 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 22,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | ?-10m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
?-10m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Familie | Sparidae (Sea breams and porgies) |
| Arten | Diplodus ascensionis |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Old wife get?
Old wife can grow up to 22.0 cm long.
What family does Old wife belong to?
Old wife (Diplodus ascensionis) belongs to the family Sparidae (Sea breams and porgies) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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