Boxfish
Rhynchostracion nasus
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Saltwater
Overview
Boxfish (Rhynchostracion nasus) is a marine fish of the family Ostraciidae (Boxfishes), in the order Tetraodontiformes. Maximum recorded length is 30 cm. Its recorded depth range is 2–80 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 2-80m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
2-80m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| Famille | Ostraciidae (Boxfishes) |
| Espèces | Rhynchostracion nasus |
Foire aux questions
How big does Boxfish get?
Boxfish can grow up to 30.0 cm long.
What family does Boxfish belong to?
Boxfish (Rhynchostracion nasus) belongs to the family Ostraciidae (Boxfishes) in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).
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