Cape elephantfish
Callorhinchus capensis
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 122,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 5,25 kg |
| Rango de Profundidad | 10-374m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
10-374m
Información de Pesca
Pez de Pesca Deportiva
Sí
Taxonomy
| Orden | Chimaeriformes |
| Familia | Callorhinchidae |
| Especies | Callorhinchus capensis |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Cape elephantfish get?
Cape elephantfish can grow up to 122.0 cm long and weigh 5.25 kg.
Where is Cape elephantfish found?
Neritic
What family does Cape elephantfish belong to?
Cape elephantfish (Callorhinchus capensis) belongs to the family Callorhinchidae in the order Chimaeriformes.
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