Dragon's beard fish
Pterois lunulata
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Overview
Dragon's beard fish (Pterois lunulata) is a marine fish of the family Scorpaenidae (Scorpionfishes), in the order Scorpaeniformes. Maximum recorded length is 35 cm. Its recorded depth range is 132–172 m. Recorded habitats include coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 35,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 132-172m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
132-172m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Scorpaeniformes (Scorpionfishes) |
| Familia | Scorpaenidae (Scorpionfishes) |
| Especies | Pterois lunulata |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Dragon's beard fish get?
Dragon's beard fish can grow up to 35.0 cm long.
Where is Dragon's beard fish found?
Coral reefs
What family does Dragon's beard fish belong to?
Dragon's beard fish (Pterois lunulata) belongs to the family Scorpaenidae (Scorpionfishes) in the order Scorpaeniformes (Scorpionfishes).
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