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Striped burrfish

Chilomycterus schoepfii

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
27.899999618530273 cm
Max Weight
0.63 kg
Depth Range
1-11m
Family

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 27.899999618530273 cm
Maximum Weight 0.63 kg
Depth Range 1-11m

Habitat & Distribution

Coral reefs, estuaries

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
1-11m
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Fishing Information

Game Fish
Yes

Taxonomy

Order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies)
Family Diodontidae (Porcupinefishes)
Species Chilomycterus schoepfii

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Striped burrfish get?
Striped burrfish can grow up to 27.899999618530273 cm long and weigh 0.63 kg.
Where is Striped burrfish found?
Coral reefs, estuaries
What family does Striped burrfish belong to?
Striped burrfish (Chilomycterus schoepfii) belongs to the family Diodontidae (Porcupinefishes) in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).

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