Giant jawfish
Opistognathus rhomaleus
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Not Evaluated
Saltwater
Longitud Máxima
51,0 cm
Familia
Overview
Giant jawfish (Opistognathus rhomaleus) is a marine fish of the family Opistognathidae, in the order Ovalentaria/misc. Maximum recorded length is 51 cm.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 51,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Información de Pesca
Pez de Pesca Deportiva
Sí
Taxonomy
| Orden | Ovalentaria/misc |
| Familia | Opistognathidae |
| Especies | Opistognathus rhomaleus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Giant jawfish get?
Giant jawfish can grow up to 51.0 cm long.
What family does Giant jawfish belong to?
Giant jawfish (Opistognathus rhomaleus) belongs to the family Opistognathidae in the order Ovalentaria/misc.
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