Blue goatfish
Parupeneus cyclostomus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 50,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 2,27 kg |
| Plage de profondeur | 0-125m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
0-125m
Informations sur la pêche
Poisson de pêche sportive
Oui
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Famille | Mullidae (Goatfishes) |
| Espèces | Parupeneus cyclostomus |
Foire aux questions
How big does Blue goatfish get?
Blue goatfish can grow up to 50.0 cm long and weigh 2.27 kg.
Where is Blue goatfish found?
Coral reefs
What family does Blue goatfish belong to?
Blue goatfish (Parupeneus cyclostomus) belongs to the family Mullidae (Goatfishes) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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