Papuan whiptail
Pentapodus numberii
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Saltwater
Overview
Papuan whiptail (Pentapodus numberii) is a marine fish of the family Nemipteridae, in the order Eupercaria/misc. Maximum recorded length is 16 cm. Its recorded depth range is 12–60 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 16,049999237060547 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 12-60m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
12-60m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Eupercaria/misc |
| Familia | Nemipteridae |
| Especies | Pentapodus numberii |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Papuan whiptail get?
Papuan whiptail can grow up to 16.049999237060547 cm long.
What family does Papuan whiptail belong to?
Papuan whiptail (Pentapodus numberii) belongs to the family Nemipteridae in the order Eupercaria/misc.
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