Burrfish
Tragulichthys jaculiferus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 26-137m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
26-137m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| Familia | Diodontidae (Porcupinefishes) |
| Especies | Tragulichthys jaculiferus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Burrfish get?
Burrfish can grow up to 30.0 cm long.
What family does Burrfish belong to?
Burrfish (Tragulichthys jaculiferus) belongs to the family Diodontidae (Porcupinefishes) in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).
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