Atlantic Roughy
Hoplostethus occidentalis
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Saltwater
Overview
Atlantic Roughy (Hoplostethus occidentalis) is a marine fish of the family Trachichthyidae (Roughies), in the order Beryciformes. Maximum recorded length is 17 cm. Its recorded depth range is 485–550 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 17,299999237060547 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 485-550m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
485-550m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies) |
| Famille | Trachichthyidae (Roughies) |
| Espèces | Hoplostethus occidentalis |
Foire aux questions
How big does Atlantic Roughy get?
Atlantic Roughy can grow up to 17.299999237060547 cm long.
What family does Atlantic Roughy belong to?
Atlantic Roughy (Hoplostethus occidentalis) belongs to the family Trachichthyidae (Roughies) in the order Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies).
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