Bigscale deepsea smelt
Melanolagus bericoides
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 20,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 100-1700m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
100-1700m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Argentiniformes |
| Familia | Bathylagidae |
| Especies | Melanolagus bericoides |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Bigscale deepsea smelt get?
Bigscale deepsea smelt can grow up to 20.0 cm long.
What family does Bigscale deepsea smelt belong to?
Bigscale deepsea smelt (Melanolagus bericoides) belongs to the family Bathylagidae in the order Argentiniformes.
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