Pacific sand lance
Ammodytes hexapterus
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Saltwater
Overview
Pacific sand lance (Ammodytes hexapterus) is a marine fish of the family Ammodytidae, in the order Perciformes/Uranoscopoidei. Maximum recorded length is 30 cm, with a maximum published weight of 0.1 kg. Its recorded depth range is 0–275 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0,1 kg |
| Rango de Profundidad | 0-275m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
0-275m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Perciformes/Uranoscopoidei |
| Familia | Ammodytidae |
| Especies | Ammodytes hexapterus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Pacific sand lance get?
Pacific sand lance can grow up to 30.0 cm long and weigh 0.1 kg.
What family does Pacific sand lance belong to?
Pacific sand lance (Ammodytes hexapterus) belongs to the family Ammodytidae in the order Perciformes/Uranoscopoidei.
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