Shortfin flyingfish
Prognichthys brevipinnis
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Not Evaluated
Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 19,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 0-20m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
0-20m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Beloniformes (Needlefishes & Flyingfishes) |
| Famille | Exocoetidae (Flyingfishes) |
| Espèces | Prognichthys brevipinnis |
Foire aux questions
How big does Shortfin flyingfish get?
Shortfin flyingfish can grow up to 19.0 cm long.
What family does Shortfin flyingfish belong to?
Shortfin flyingfish (Prognichthys brevipinnis) belongs to the family Exocoetidae (Flyingfishes) in the order Beloniformes (Needlefishes & Flyingfishes).
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