Merret's snailfish
Careproctus merretti
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Overview
Merret's snailfish (Careproctus merretti) is a marine fish of the family Liparidae (Snailfishes), in the order Scorpaeniformes. Maximum recorded length is 20 cm. It has been recorded to depths of 3990 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 20,5 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | ?-3990m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
?-3990m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Scorpaeniformes (Scorpionfishes) |
| Famille | Liparidae (Snailfishes) |
| Espèces | Careproctus merretti |
Foire aux questions
How big does Merret's snailfish get?
Merret's snailfish can grow up to 20.5 cm long.
What family does Merret's snailfish belong to?
Merret's snailfish (Careproctus merretti) belongs to the family Liparidae (Snailfishes) in the order Scorpaeniformes (Scorpionfishes).
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