Black butterfish
Dactylophora nigricans
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Saltwater
Overview
Black butterfish (Dactylophora nigricans) is a marine fish of the family Latridae, in the order Centrarchiformes. Maximum recorded length is 120 cm. It has been recorded to depths of 60 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 120,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | ?-60m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
?-60m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Centrarchiformes (Sunfishes) |
| Familia | Latridae |
| Especies | Dactylophora nigricans |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Black butterfish get?
Black butterfish can grow up to 120.0 cm long.
What family does Black butterfish belong to?
Black butterfish (Dactylophora nigricans) belongs to the family Latridae in the order Centrarchiformes (Sunfishes).
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