Blue driftfish
Psenes maculatus
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Saltwater
Overview
Blue driftfish (Psenes maculatus) is a marine fish of the family Nomeidae, in the order Scombriformes. Maximum recorded length is 30 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–1281 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 0-1281m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
0-1281m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas) |
| Famille | Nomeidae |
| Espèces | Psenes maculatus |
Foire aux questions
How big does Blue driftfish get?
Blue driftfish can grow up to 30.0 cm long.
What family does Blue driftfish belong to?
Blue driftfish (Psenes maculatus) belongs to the family Nomeidae in the order Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas).
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