Caballa
Thyrsitops lepidopoides
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Saltwater
Overview
Caballa (Thyrsitops lepidopoides) is a marine fish of the family Gempylidae, in the order Scombriformes. Maximum recorded length is 40 cm. Its recorded depth range is 30–350 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 40,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 30-350m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
30-350m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas) |
| Familia | Gempylidae |
| Especies | Thyrsitops lepidopoides |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Caballa get?
Caballa can grow up to 40.0 cm long.
What family does Caballa belong to?
Caballa (Thyrsitops lepidopoides) belongs to the family Gempylidae in the order Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas).
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