Paxton's dragonet
Foetorepus paxtoni
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Saltwater
Depth Range
?-202m
Family
Overview
Paxton's dragonet (Foetorepus paxtoni) is a marine fish of the family Callionymidae, in the order Callionymiformes. It has been recorded to depths of 202 m.
Habitat & Distribution
Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
?-202m
Taxonomy
| Order | Callionymiformes |
| Family | Callionymidae |
| Species | Foetorepus paxtoni |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does Paxton's dragonet belong to?
Paxton's dragonet (Foetorepus paxtoni) belongs to the family Callionymidae in the order Callionymiformes.
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