Cape monk
Lophius vomerinus
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Saltwater
Overview
Cape monk (Lophius vomerinus) is a marine fish of the family Lophiidae (Goosefishes & Monkfish), in the order Lophiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 100 cm. Its recorded depth range is 150–400 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 100,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 150-400m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
150-400m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Lophiiformes (Anglerfishes) |
| Famille | Lophiidae (Goosefishes & Monkfish) |
| Espèces | Lophius vomerinus |
Foire aux questions
How big does Cape monk get?
Cape monk can grow up to 100.0 cm long.
What family does Cape monk belong to?
Cape monk (Lophius vomerinus) belongs to the family Lophiidae (Goosefishes & Monkfish) in the order Lophiiformes (Anglerfishes).
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