African basslet
Liopropoma africanum
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Saltwater
À propos
The African basslet (Liopropoma africanum) is a small saltwater fish reaching about 8 cm, found in the eastern Atlantic and western Indian Ocean. It inhabits rocky reef environments and deeper coastal waters along the African coastline.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 8,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 8-48m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
8-48m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Perciformes/Serranoidei |
| Famille | Liopropomatidae |
| Espèces | Liopropoma africanum |
Foire aux questions
How big does African basslet get?
African basslet can grow up to 8.0 cm long.
What family does African basslet belong to?
African basslet (Liopropoma africanum) belongs to the family Liopropomatidae in the order Perciformes/Serranoidei.
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