Melanostomias melanopogon
Melanostomias melanopogon
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Not Evaluated
Saltwater
Max Length
15.300000190734863 cm
Family
Overview
Melanostomias melanopogon is a marine fish of the family Stomiidae (Barbeled Dragonfishes), in the order Stomiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 15 cm.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 15.300000190734863 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Water Type
Saltwater
Taxonomy
| Order | Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes) |
| Family | Stomiidae (Barbeled Dragonfishes) |
| Species | Melanostomias melanopogon |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Chinese (Simplified) | 乌须黑巨口鱼 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How big does Melanostomias melanopogon get?
Melanostomias melanopogon can grow up to 15.300000190734863 cm long.
What family does Melanostomias melanopogon belong to?
Melanostomias melanopogon (Melanostomias melanopogon) belongs to the family Stomiidae (Barbeled Dragonfishes) in the order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes).
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