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Obliquebanded stingfish

Minous dempsterae

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
15.0 cm
Depth Range
5-117m
Family

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 15.0 cm
Depth Range 5-117m

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
5-117m
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Taxonomy

Order Scorpaeniformes (Scorpionfishes)
Family Synanceiidae (Stonefishes)
Species Minous dempsterae

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Obliquebanded stingfish get?
Obliquebanded stingfish can grow up to 15.0 cm long.
What family does Obliquebanded stingfish belong to?
Obliquebanded stingfish (Minous dempsterae) belongs to the family Synanceiidae (Stonefishes) in the order Scorpaeniformes (Scorpionfishes).

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