Sponge cardinalfish
Phaeoptyx xenus
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Saltwater
Overview
Sponge cardinalfish (Phaeoptyx xenus) is a marine fish of the family Apogonidae, in the order Kurtiformes. Maximum recorded length is 7.5 cm. Its recorded depth range is 5–60 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 7,5 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 5-60m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
5-60m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Kurtiformes |
| Famille | Apogonidae |
| Espèces | Phaeoptyx xenus |
Foire aux questions
How big does Sponge cardinalfish get?
Sponge cardinalfish can grow up to 7.5 cm long.
What family does Sponge cardinalfish belong to?
Sponge cardinalfish (Phaeoptyx xenus) belongs to the family Apogonidae in the order Kurtiformes.
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