Lancetail wormfish
Microdesmus lanceolatus
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Saltwater
Overview
Lancetail wormfish (Microdesmus lanceolatus) is a marine fish of the family Microdesmidae, in the order Gobiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 6 cm. It has been recorded to depths of 37 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 6,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | ?-37m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
?-37m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Gobiiformes |
| Familia | Microdesmidae |
| Especies | Microdesmus lanceolatus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Lancetail wormfish get?
Lancetail wormfish can grow up to 6.0 cm long.
What family does Lancetail wormfish belong to?
Lancetail wormfish (Microdesmus lanceolatus) belongs to the family Microdesmidae in the order Gobiiformes.
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