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Showy bristlemouth

Cyclothone signata

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
3.0 cm
Depth Range
16-4938m

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 3.0 cm
Depth Range 16-4938m

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
16-4938m
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Taxonomy

Order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes)
Family Gonostomatidae (Bristlemouths)
Species Cyclothone signata

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Showy bristlemouth get?
Showy bristlemouth can grow up to 3.0 cm long.
What family does Showy bristlemouth belong to?
Showy bristlemouth (Cyclothone signata) belongs to the family Gonostomatidae (Bristlemouths) in the order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes).

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