Barbel-eel catfish
Plotosus lineatus
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Saltwater
Overview
Barbel-eel catfish (Plotosus lineatus) is a marine fish of the family Plotosidae, in the order Siluriformes. Maximum recorded length is 35 cm. Its recorded depth range is 1–60 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, coral reefs, estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 35,20000076293945 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 1-60m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, coral reefs, estuaries
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
1-60m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Siluriformes (Catfishes) |
| Famille | Plotosidae |
| Espèces | Plotosus lineatus |
Foire aux questions
How big does Barbel-eel catfish get?
Barbel-eel catfish can grow up to 35.20000076293945 cm long.
Where is Barbel-eel catfish found?
Neritic, coral reefs, estuaries
What family does Barbel-eel catfish belong to?
Barbel-eel catfish (Plotosus lineatus) belongs to the family Plotosidae in the order Siluriformes (Catfishes).
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