Hatchetfish
Pollichthys mauli
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 6,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 100-600m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
100-600m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes) |
| Famille | Phosichthyidae (Lightfishes) |
| Espèces | Pollichthys mauli |
Foire aux questions
How big does Hatchetfish get?
Hatchetfish can grow up to 6.0 cm long.
What family does Hatchetfish belong to?
Hatchetfish (Pollichthys mauli) belongs to the family Phosichthyidae (Lightfishes) in the order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes).
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