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Doctorfish

Anarrhichthys ocellatus

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
240.0 cm
Max Weight
18.4 kg
Depth Range
1-226m

Overview

Doctorfish (Anarrhichthys ocellatus) is a marine fish of the family Anarhichadidae, in the order Perciformes/Zoarcoidei. Maximum recorded length is 240 cm, with a maximum published weight of 18 kg. Its recorded depth range is 1–226 m. Recorded habitats include neritic.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 240.0 cm
Maximum Weight 18.4 kg
Depth Range 1-226m

Habitat & Distribution

Neritic

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
1-226m

Taxonomy

Order Perciformes/Zoarcoidei
Family Anarhichadidae
Species Anarrhichthys ocellatus

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Doctorfish get?
Doctorfish can grow up to 240.0 cm long and weigh 18.4 kg.
Where is Doctorfish found?
Neritic
What family does Doctorfish belong to?
Doctorfish (Anarrhichthys ocellatus) belongs to the family Anarhichadidae in the order Perciformes/Zoarcoidei.

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