Slope hatchetfish
Polyipnus clarus
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Overview
Slope hatchetfish (Polyipnus clarus) is a marine fish of the family Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes), in the order Stomiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 6 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–833 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 6,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 0-833m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
0-833m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes) |
| Famille | Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes) |
| Espèces | Polyipnus clarus |
Foire aux questions
How big does Slope hatchetfish get?
Slope hatchetfish can grow up to 6.0 cm long.
What family does Slope hatchetfish belong to?
Slope hatchetfish (Polyipnus clarus) belongs to the family Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes) in the order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes).
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