Southern Atlantic sharpnose-puffer
Canthigaster figueiredoi
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Overview
Southern Atlantic sharpnose-puffer (Canthigaster figueiredoi) is a marine fish of the family Tetraodontidae (Pufferfish), in the order Tetraodontiformes. Maximum recorded length is 12 cm. Its recorded depth range is 1–70 m. Recorded habitats include coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 12,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 1-70m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
1-70m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| Familia | Tetraodontidae (Pufferfish) |
| Especies | Canthigaster figueiredoi |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Southern Atlantic sharpnose-puffer get?
Southern Atlantic sharpnose-puffer can grow up to 12.0 cm long.
Where is Southern Atlantic sharpnose-puffer found?
Coral reefs
What family does Southern Atlantic sharpnose-puffer belong to?
Southern Atlantic sharpnose-puffer (Canthigaster figueiredoi) belongs to the family Tetraodontidae (Pufferfish) in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).
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