Polyipnus meteori
Polyipnus meteori
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Saltwater
Overview
Polyipnus meteori is a marine fish of the family Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes), in the order Stomiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 5.5 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–1000 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 5.460000038146973 cm |
| Depth Range | 0-1000m |
Habitat & Distribution
Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
0-1000m
Taxonomy
| Order | Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes) |
| Family | Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes) |
| Species | Polyipnus meteori |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Chinese (Simplified) | 米氏烛光鱼 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How big does Polyipnus meteori get?
Polyipnus meteori can grow up to 5.460000038146973 cm long.
What family does Polyipnus meteori belong to?
Polyipnus meteori (Polyipnus meteori) belongs to the family Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes) in the order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes).
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