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Nokoba-hônen-eso

Polyipnus spinifer

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
6.0 cm
Depth Range
154-380m

Overview

Nokoba-hônen-eso (Polyipnus spinifer) is a marine fish of the family Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes), in the order Stomiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 6 cm. Its recorded depth range is 154–380 m.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 6.0 cm
Depth Range 154-380m

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
154-380m

Taxonomy

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Nokoba-hônen-eso get?
Nokoba-hônen-eso can grow up to 6.0 cm long.
What family does Nokoba-hônen-eso belong to?
Nokoba-hônen-eso (Polyipnus spinifer) belongs to the family Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes) in the order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes).

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