Spiny hatchetfish
Polyipnus spinosus
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Overview
Spiny hatchetfish (Polyipnus spinosus) is a marine fish of the family Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes), in the order Stomiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 8.5 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–500 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 8,5 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 0-500m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
0-500m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes) |
| Famille | Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes) |
| Espèces | Polyipnus spinosus |
Foire aux questions
How big does Spiny hatchetfish get?
Spiny hatchetfish can grow up to 8.5 cm long.
What family does Spiny hatchetfish belong to?
Spiny hatchetfish (Polyipnus spinosus) belongs to the family Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes) in the order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes).
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