Bigmouth manefish
Caristius macropus
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Saltwater
Overview
Bigmouth manefish (Caristius macropus) is a marine fish of the family Caristiidae, in the order Scombriformes. Maximum recorded length is 32 cm. Its recorded depth range is 200–1450 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 32,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 200-1450m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
200-1450m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas) |
| Familia | Caristiidae |
| Especies | Caristius macropus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Bigmouth manefish get?
Bigmouth manefish can grow up to 32.0 cm long.
What family does Bigmouth manefish belong to?
Bigmouth manefish (Caristius macropus) belongs to the family Caristiidae in the order Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas).
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