African striped grunt
Parapristipoma octolineatum
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The African striped grunt (Parapristipoma octolineatum) is a saltwater fish reaching up to 50 cm in length. It inhabits rocky reef environments off the West African coast and is a valued food fish.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 50,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 1-60m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
1-60m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Familia | Haemulidae (Grunts) |
| Especies | Parapristipoma octolineatum |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does African striped grunt get?
African striped grunt can grow up to 50.0 cm long.
What family does African striped grunt belong to?
African striped grunt (Parapristipoma octolineatum) belongs to the family Haemulidae (Grunts) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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