Mimetic midshipman
Porichthys mimeticus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 18,5 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 82-185m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
82-185m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Batrachoidiformes (Toadfishes) |
| Familia | Batrachoididae (Toadfishes) |
| Especies | Porichthys mimeticus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Mimetic midshipman get?
Mimetic midshipman can grow up to 18.5 cm long.
What family does Mimetic midshipman belong to?
Mimetic midshipman (Porichthys mimeticus) belongs to the family Batrachoididae (Toadfishes) in the order Batrachoidiformes (Toadfishes).
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