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Boar fish

Capros aper

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
30.0 cm
Depth Range
40-700m
Family

Overview

Boar fish (Capros aper) is a marine fish of the family Caproidae, in the order Acanthuriformes. Maximum recorded length is 30 cm. Its recorded depth range is 40–700 m. Recorded habitats include neritic.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 30.0 cm
Depth Range 40-700m

Habitat & Distribution

Neritic

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
40-700m

Taxonomy

Order Acanthuriformes (Surgeonfishes and allies)
Family Caproidae
Species Capros aper

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Boar fish get?
Boar fish can grow up to 30.0 cm long.
Where is Boar fish found?
Neritic
What family does Boar fish belong to?
Boar fish (Capros aper) belongs to the family Caproidae in the order Acanthuriformes (Surgeonfishes and allies).

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