Shorttailed shortfaced eel
Pythonichthys microphthalmus
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Saltwater
Overview
Shorttailed shortfaced eel (Pythonichthys microphthalmus) is a marine fish of the family Heterenchelyidae, in the order Anguilliformes. Maximum recorded length is 50 cm. Its recorded depth range is 40–150 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 50,5 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 40-150m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
40-150m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Anguilliformes (Eels) |
| Famille | Heterenchelyidae |
| Espèces | Pythonichthys microphthalmus |
Foire aux questions
How big does Shorttailed shortfaced eel get?
Shorttailed shortfaced eel can grow up to 50.5 cm long.
What family does Shorttailed shortfaced eel belong to?
Shorttailed shortfaced eel (Pythonichthys microphthalmus) belongs to the family Heterenchelyidae in the order Anguilliformes (Eels).
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