Fanfish
Pteraclis carolinus
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Saltwater
Overview
Fanfish (Pteraclis carolinus) is a marine fish of the family Bramidae, in the order Scombriformes. Maximum recorded length is 50 cm. It has been recorded to depths of 400 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 50,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | ?-400m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
?-400m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas) |
| Famille | Bramidae |
| Espèces | Pteraclis carolinus |
Foire aux questions
How big does Fanfish get?
Fanfish can grow up to 50.0 cm long.
What family does Fanfish belong to?
Fanfish (Pteraclis carolinus) belongs to the family Bramidae in the order Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas).
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