Brown topknot
Notoclinus compressus
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Saltwater
Overview
Brown topknot (Notoclinus compressus) is a marine fish of the family Tripterygiidae, in the order Blenniiformes. Maximum recorded length is 8.5 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–5 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 8,5 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 0-5m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
0-5m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Blenniiformes |
| Familia | Tripterygiidae |
| Especies | Notoclinus compressus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Brown topknot get?
Brown topknot can grow up to 8.5 cm long.
What family does Brown topknot belong to?
Brown topknot (Notoclinus compressus) belongs to the family Tripterygiidae in the order Blenniiformes.
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