Red whalefish
Barbourisia rufa
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Overview
Red whalefish (Barbourisia rufa) is a marine fish of the family Barbourisiidae, in the order Beryciformes. Maximum recorded length is 39 cm. Its recorded depth range is 120–2000 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 39,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 120-2000m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
120-2000m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies) |
| Familia | Barbourisiidae |
| Especies | Barbourisia rufa |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Red whalefish get?
Red whalefish can grow up to 39.0 cm long.
What family does Red whalefish belong to?
Red whalefish (Barbourisia rufa) belongs to the family Barbourisiidae in the order Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies).
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