Sackfish
Neoepinnula orientalis
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Saltwater
Overview
Sackfish (Neoepinnula orientalis) is a marine fish of the family Gempylidae, in the order Scombriformes. Maximum recorded length is 30 cm. Its recorded depth range is 200–570 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 200-570m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
200-570m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas) |
| Famille | Gempylidae |
| Espèces | Neoepinnula orientalis |
Foire aux questions
How big does Sackfish get?
Sackfish can grow up to 30.0 cm long.
What family does Sackfish belong to?
Sackfish (Neoepinnula orientalis) belongs to the family Gempylidae in the order Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas).
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