Indo-Pacific messmate-fish
Encheliophis homei
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Saltwater
Overview
Indo-Pacific messmate-fish (Encheliophis homei) is a marine fish of the family Carapidae, in the order Ophidiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 19 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–30 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 19,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 0-30m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, coral reefs
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
0-30m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Ophidiiformes |
| Familia | Carapidae |
| Especies | Encheliophis homei |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Indo-Pacific messmate-fish get?
Indo-Pacific messmate-fish can grow up to 19.0 cm long.
Where is Indo-Pacific messmate-fish found?
Neritic, coral reefs
What family does Indo-Pacific messmate-fish belong to?
Indo-Pacific messmate-fish (Encheliophis homei) belongs to the family Carapidae in the order Ophidiiformes.
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