Whitesided boxfish
Ostracion whitleyi
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Overview
Whitesided boxfish (Ostracion whitleyi) is a marine fish of the family Ostraciidae (Boxfishes), in the order Tetraodontiformes. Maximum recorded length is 16 cm. Its recorded depth range is 3–27 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 15,5 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 3-27m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
3-27m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| Familia | Ostraciidae (Boxfishes) |
| Especies | Ostracion whitleyi |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Whitesided boxfish get?
Whitesided boxfish can grow up to 15.5 cm long.
What family does Whitesided boxfish belong to?
Whitesided boxfish (Ostracion whitleyi) belongs to the family Ostraciidae (Boxfishes) in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).
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