Halfmoon triggerfish
Rhinecanthus lunula
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 28,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 10-30m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
10-30m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| Famille | Balistidae (Triggerfishes) |
| Espèces | Rhinecanthus lunula |
Foire aux questions
How big does Halfmoon triggerfish get?
Halfmoon triggerfish can grow up to 28.0 cm long.
What family does Halfmoon triggerfish belong to?
Halfmoon triggerfish (Rhinecanthus lunula) belongs to the family Balistidae (Triggerfishes) in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).
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