Guinean burrfish
Chilomycterus mauretanicus
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Overview
Guinean burrfish (Chilomycterus mauretanicus) is a marine fish of the family Diodontidae (Porcupinefishes), in the order Tetraodontiformes. Maximum recorded length is 25 cm. It has been recorded to depths of 100 m. Recorded habitats include neritic.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 25,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | ?-100m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
?-100m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| Famille | Diodontidae (Porcupinefishes) |
| Espèces | Chilomycterus mauretanicus |
Foire aux questions
How big does Guinean burrfish get?
Guinean burrfish can grow up to 25.0 cm long.
Where is Guinean burrfish found?
Neritic
What family does Guinean burrfish belong to?
Guinean burrfish (Chilomycterus mauretanicus) belongs to the family Diodontidae (Porcupinefishes) in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).
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