Rosy roughy
Hoplostethus roseus
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 21,399999618530273 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 200-400m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
200-400m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies) |
| Familia | Trachichthyidae (Roughies) |
| Especies | Hoplostethus roseus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Rosy roughy get?
Rosy roughy can grow up to 21.399999618530273 cm long.
What family does Rosy roughy belong to?
Rosy roughy (Hoplostethus roseus) belongs to the family Trachichthyidae (Roughies) in the order Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies).
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