Filefish
Canthidermis sufflamen
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 65,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 6,12 kg |
| Rango de Profundidad | 5-60m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
5-60m
Información de Pesca
Pez de Pesca Deportiva
Sí
Taxonomy
| Orden | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| Familia | Balistidae (Triggerfishes) |
| Especies | Canthidermis sufflamen |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Filefish get?
Filefish can grow up to 65.0 cm long and weigh 6.12 kg.
What family does Filefish belong to?
Filefish (Canthidermis sufflamen) belongs to the family Balistidae (Triggerfishes) in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).
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