Black durgeon
Melichthys niger
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 50,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 0-75m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
0-75m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| Famille | Balistidae (Triggerfishes) |
| Espèces | Melichthys niger |
Foire aux questions
How big does Black durgeon get?
Black durgeon can grow up to 50.0 cm long.
Where is Black durgeon found?
Coral reefs
What family does Black durgeon belong to?
Black durgeon (Melichthys niger) belongs to the family Balistidae (Triggerfishes) in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).
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