Giant hawkfish
Cirrhitus rivulatus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 60,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 4,16 kg |
| Plage de profondeur | 5-23m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
5-23m
Informations sur la pêche
Poisson de pêche sportive
Oui
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Centrarchiformes (Sunfishes) |
| Famille | Cirrhitidae |
| Espèces | Cirrhitus rivulatus |
Foire aux questions
How big does Giant hawkfish get?
Giant hawkfish can grow up to 60.0 cm long and weigh 4.16 kg.
Where is Giant hawkfish found?
Coral reefs
What family does Giant hawkfish belong to?
Giant hawkfish (Cirrhitus rivulatus) belongs to the family Cirrhitidae in the order Centrarchiformes (Sunfishes).
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