Okinawan whip-fin ponyfish
Equulites ryukyuensis
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Saltwater
Longitud Máxima
9,600000381469727 cm
Familia
Overview
Okinawan whip-fin ponyfish (Equulites ryukyuensis) is a marine fish of the family Leiognathidae, in the order Acanthuriformes. Maximum recorded length is 9.6 cm.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 9,600000381469727 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Taxonomy
| Orden | Acanthuriformes (Surgeonfishes and allies) |
| Familia | Leiognathidae |
| Especies | Equulites ryukyuensis |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Okinawan whip-fin ponyfish get?
Okinawan whip-fin ponyfish can grow up to 9.600000381469727 cm long.
What family does Okinawan whip-fin ponyfish belong to?
Okinawan whip-fin ponyfish (Equulites ryukyuensis) belongs to the family Leiognathidae in the order Acanthuriformes (Surgeonfishes and allies).
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