Balloonfish
Dicotylichthys punctulatus
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Overview
Balloonfish (Dicotylichthys punctulatus) is a marine fish of the family Diodontidae (Porcupinefishes), in the order Tetraodontiformes. Maximum recorded length is 40 cm. It has been recorded to depths of 50 m. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 40,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | ?-50m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
?-50m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| Familia | Diodontidae (Porcupinefishes) |
| Especies | Dicotylichthys punctulatus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Balloonfish get?
Balloonfish can grow up to 40.0 cm long.
Where is Balloonfish found?
Estuaries
What family does Balloonfish belong to?
Balloonfish (Dicotylichthys punctulatus) belongs to the family Diodontidae (Porcupinefishes) in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).
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