Ballonfish
Cyclichthys orbicularis
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Saltwater
Overview
Ballonfish (Cyclichthys orbicularis) is a marine fish of the family Diodontidae (Porcupinefishes), in the order Tetraodontiformes. Maximum recorded length is 30 cm. Its recorded depth range is 9–170 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 9-170m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, coral reefs
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
9-170m
Informations sur la pêche
Poisson de pêche sportive
Oui
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| Famille | Diodontidae (Porcupinefishes) |
| Espèces | Cyclichthys orbicularis |
Foire aux questions
How big does Ballonfish get?
Ballonfish can grow up to 30.0 cm long.
Where is Ballonfish found?
Neritic, coral reefs
What family does Ballonfish belong to?
Ballonfish (Cyclichthys orbicularis) belongs to the family Diodontidae (Porcupinefishes) in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).
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