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Maurolicus inventionis

Maurolicus inventionis

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
6.300000190734863 cm
Depth Range
0-200m

Overview

Maurolicus inventionis is a marine fish of the family Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes), in the order Stomiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 6.3 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–200 m.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 6.300000190734863 cm
Depth Range 0-200m

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
0-200m

Taxonomy

Order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes)
Family Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes)
Species Maurolicus inventionis

Names in Other Languages

Language Name
Chinese (Simplified) 南印度洋穆氏暗光魚

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Maurolicus inventionis get?
Maurolicus inventionis can grow up to 6.300000190734863 cm long.
What family does Maurolicus inventionis belong to?
Maurolicus inventionis (Maurolicus inventionis) belongs to the family Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes) in the order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes).

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