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Flathead

Hoplichthys gilberti

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
20.0 cm

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 20.0 cm

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Saltwater
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Taxonomy

Order Perciformes/Scorpaenoidei
Family Hoplichthyidae
Species Hoplichthys gilberti

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Flathead get?
Flathead can grow up to 20.0 cm long.
What family does Flathead belong to?
Flathead (Hoplichthys gilberti) belongs to the family Hoplichthyidae in the order Perciformes/Scorpaenoidei.

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