African spadefish
Tripterodon orbis
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African spadefish (Tripterodon orbis) is a marine fish of the family Ephippidae (Spadefishes & Batfishes), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 75 cm. Its recorded depth range is 40–70 m.
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The African spadefish (Tripterodon orbis) is a large saltwater fish reaching up to 75 cm in length. It inhabits tropical coastal waters in the western Indian Ocean and has a highly compressed, disc-shaped body.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 75,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 40-70m |
Habitat & Distribution
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Taxonomy
| Ordre | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Famille | Ephippidae (Spadefishes & Batfishes) |
| Espèces | Tripterodon orbis |
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