South African thorny flathead
Sorsogona portuguesa
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Overview
South African thorny flathead (Sorsogona portuguesa) is a marine fish of the family Platycephalidae, in the order Perciformes/Scorpaenoidei. Maximum recorded length is 17 cm. Its recorded depth range is 20–70 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 17,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 20-70m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
20-70m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Perciformes/Scorpaenoidei |
| Familia | Platycephalidae |
| Especies | Sorsogona portuguesa |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does South African thorny flathead get?
South African thorny flathead can grow up to 17.0 cm long.
What family does South African thorny flathead belong to?
South African thorny flathead (Sorsogona portuguesa) belongs to the family Platycephalidae in the order Perciformes/Scorpaenoidei.
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