Polyacanthonotus africanus
Polyacanthonotus africanus
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Overview
Polyacanthonotus africanus is a marine fish of the family Notacanthidae, in the order Notacanthiformes. Maximum recorded length is 50 cm. Its recorded depth range is 700–3000 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 50,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 700-3000m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
700-3000m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Notacanthiformes |
| Familia | Notacanthidae |
| Especies | Polyacanthonotus africanus |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Chinese (Simplified) | 非洲多刺背棘魚 |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Polyacanthonotus africanus get?
Polyacanthonotus africanus can grow up to 50.0 cm long.
What family does Polyacanthonotus africanus belong to?
Polyacanthonotus africanus (Polyacanthonotus africanus) belongs to the family Notacanthidae in the order Notacanthiformes.
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