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Hoshi-hônen-eso

Polyipnus matsubarai

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
9.670000076293945 cm
Depth Range
20-500m

Overview

Hoshi-hônen-eso (Polyipnus matsubarai) is a marine fish of the family Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes), in the order Stomiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 9.7 cm. Its recorded depth range is 20–500 m.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 9.670000076293945 cm
Depth Range 20-500m

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
20-500m

Taxonomy

Order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes)
Family Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes)
Species Polyipnus matsubarai

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Hoshi-hônen-eso get?
Hoshi-hônen-eso can grow up to 9.670000076293945 cm long.
What family does Hoshi-hônen-eso belong to?
Hoshi-hônen-eso (Polyipnus matsubarai) belongs to the family Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes) in the order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes).

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