Sheephead
Hypoplectrus chlorurus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 12,699999809265137 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 3-23m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, coral reefs
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
3-23m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Familia | Serranidae (Sea basses and groupers) |
| Especies | Hypoplectrus chlorurus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Sheephead get?
Sheephead can grow up to 12.699999809265137 cm long.
Where is Sheephead found?
Neritic, coral reefs
What family does Sheephead belong to?
Sheephead (Hypoplectrus chlorurus) belongs to the family Serranidae (Sea basses and groupers) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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