Eyespottail jawfish
Opistognathus ocellicaudatus
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Not Evaluated
Saltwater
Depth Range
?-97m
Family
Overview
Eyespottail jawfish (Opistognathus ocellicaudatus) is a marine fish of the family Opistognathidae, in the order Ovalentaria/misc. It has been recorded to depths of 97 m.
Habitat & Distribution
Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
?-97m
Taxonomy
| Order | Ovalentaria/misc |
| Family | Opistognathidae |
| Species | Opistognathus ocellicaudatus |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does Eyespottail jawfish belong to?
Eyespottail jawfish (Opistognathus ocellicaudatus) belongs to the family Opistognathidae in the order Ovalentaria/misc.
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