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Slope hatchetfish

Polyipnus clarus

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
6.0 cm
Depth Range
0-833m

Overview

Slope hatchetfish (Polyipnus clarus) 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 0–833 m.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 6.0 cm
Depth Range 0-833m

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
0-833m

Taxonomy

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Slope hatchetfish get?
Slope hatchetfish can grow up to 6.0 cm long.
What family does Slope hatchetfish belong to?
Slope hatchetfish (Polyipnus clarus) belongs to the family Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes) in the order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes).

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