Darkfin jawfish
Opistognathus brasiliensis
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Saltwater
Overview
Darkfin jawfish (Opistognathus brasiliensis) is a marine fish of the family Opistognathidae, in the order Ovalentaria/misc. Maximum recorded length is 13 cm. Its recorded depth range is 15–69 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 12,920000076293945 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 15-69m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
15-69m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Ovalentaria/misc |
| Familia | Opistognathidae |
| Especies | Opistognathus brasiliensis |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Darkfin jawfish get?
Darkfin jawfish can grow up to 12.920000076293945 cm long.
What family does Darkfin jawfish belong to?
Darkfin jawfish (Opistognathus brasiliensis) belongs to the family Opistognathidae in the order Ovalentaria/misc.
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