Butterfish
Pholis gunnellus
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Saltwater
Overview
Butterfish (Pholis gunnellus) is a marine fish of the family Pholidae, in the order Perciformes/Zoarcoidei. Maximum recorded length is 25 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–100 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 25,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 0-100m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
0-100m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Perciformes/Zoarcoidei |
| Familia | Pholidae |
| Especies | Pholis gunnellus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Butterfish get?
Butterfish can grow up to 25.0 cm long.
What family does Butterfish belong to?
Butterfish (Pholis gunnellus) belongs to the family Pholidae in the order Perciformes/Zoarcoidei.
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