Talismania brachycephala
Talismania brachycephala
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Not Evaluated
Saltwater
Depth Range
?-955m
Family
Overview
Talismania brachycephala is a marine fish of the family Alepocephalidae, in the order Alepocephaliformes. It has been recorded to depths of 955 m.
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Habitat & Distribution
Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
?-955m
Taxonomy
| Order | Alepocephaliformes |
| Family | Alepocephalidae |
| Species | Talismania brachycephala |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Chinese (Simplified) | 短头塔氏鱼 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does Talismania brachycephala belong to?
Talismania brachycephala (Talismania brachycephala) belongs to the family Alepocephalidae in the order Alepocephaliformes.
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