Anglerfish
Lophius litulon
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Saltwater
Overview
Anglerfish (Lophius litulon) is a marine fish of the family Lophiidae (Goosefishes & Monkfish), in the order Lophiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 150 cm, with a maximum published weight of 3.5 kg. Its recorded depth range is 25–560 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 150,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 3,54 kg |
| Plage de profondeur | 25-560m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
25-560m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Lophiiformes (Anglerfishes) |
| Famille | Lophiidae (Goosefishes & Monkfish) |
| Espèces | Lophius litulon |
Foire aux questions
How big does Anglerfish get?
Anglerfish can grow up to 150.0 cm long and weigh 3.54 kg.
What family does Anglerfish belong to?
Anglerfish (Lophius litulon) belongs to the family Lophiidae (Goosefishes & Monkfish) in the order Lophiiformes (Anglerfishes).
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