Prickly anglerfish
Himantolophus appelii
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 40,0 cm |
| Tiefenbereich | 338-1360m |
Habitat & Distribution
Wassertyp
Saltwater
Tiefenbereich
338-1360m
Taxonomy
| Ordnung | Lophiiformes (Anglerfishes) |
| Familie | Himantolophidae |
| Arten | Himantolophus appelii |
Häufig gestellte Fragen
How big does Prickly anglerfish get?
Prickly anglerfish can grow up to 40.0 cm long.
What family does Prickly anglerfish belong to?
Prickly anglerfish (Himantolophus appelii) belongs to the family Himantolophidae in the order Lophiiformes (Anglerfishes).
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