Papuan whiptail
Pentapodus numberii
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 16,049999237060547 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 12-60m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
12-60m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Eupercaria/misc |
| Famille | Nemipteridae |
| Espèces | Pentapodus numberii |
Foire aux questions
How big does Papuan whiptail get?
Papuan whiptail can grow up to 16.049999237060547 cm long.
What family does Papuan whiptail belong to?
Papuan whiptail (Pentapodus numberii) belongs to the family Nemipteridae in the order Eupercaria/misc.
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