White cutthroat eel
Dysomma formosa
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Saltwater
Overview
White cutthroat eel (Dysomma formosa) is a marine fish of the family Synaphobranchidae (Cutthroat Eels), in the order Anguilliformes. Maximum recorded length is 36 cm. Its recorded depth range is 200–300 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 36,20000076293945 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 200-300m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
200-300m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Anguilliformes (Eels) |
| Familia | Synaphobranchidae (Cutthroat Eels) |
| Especies | Dysomma formosa |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does White cutthroat eel get?
White cutthroat eel can grow up to 36.20000076293945 cm long.
What family does White cutthroat eel belong to?
White cutthroat eel (Dysomma formosa) belongs to the family Synaphobranchidae (Cutthroat Eels) in the order Anguilliformes (Eels).
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