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Butterfly shrimpgoby

Vanderhorstia papilio

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
4.090000152587891 cm
Depth Range
5-55m
Family

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 4.090000152587891 cm
Depth Range 5-55m

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
5-55m
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Taxonomy

Order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes)
Family Gobiidae (Gobies)
Species Vanderhorstia papilio

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Butterfly shrimpgoby get?
Butterfly shrimpgoby can grow up to 4.090000152587891 cm long.
What family does Butterfly shrimpgoby belong to?
Butterfly shrimpgoby (Vanderhorstia papilio) belongs to the family Gobiidae (Gobies) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).

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