Monk
Lophius vaillanti
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Saltwater
Overview
Monk (Lophius vaillanti) is a marine fish of the family Lophiidae (Goosefishes & Monkfish), in the order Lophiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 80 cm. Its recorded depth range is 200–1233 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 80,30000305175781 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 200-1233m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
200-1233m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Lophiiformes (Anglerfishes) |
| Famille | Lophiidae (Goosefishes & Monkfish) |
| Espèces | Lophius vaillanti |
Foire aux questions
How big does Monk get?
Monk can grow up to 80.30000305175781 cm long.
What family does Monk belong to?
Monk (Lophius vaillanti) belongs to the family Lophiidae (Goosefishes & Monkfish) in the order Lophiiformes (Anglerfishes).
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