Monk fish
Squatina oculata
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 160,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 5-500m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
5-500m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Squatiniformes |
| Famille | Squatinidae |
| Espèces | Squatina oculata |
Foire aux questions
How big does Monk fish get?
Monk fish can grow up to 160.0 cm long.
What family does Monk fish belong to?
Monk fish (Squatina oculata) belongs to the family Squatinidae in the order Squatiniformes.
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