Velvet whiptail
Trachonurus gagates
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Saltwater
Overview
Velvet whiptail (Trachonurus gagates) is a marine fish of the family Macrouridae (Grenadiers), in the order Gadiformes. Maximum recorded length is 48 cm. Its recorded depth range is 436–1240 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 47,79999923706055 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 436-1240m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
436-1240m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Gadiformes (Cods) |
| Famille | Macrouridae (Grenadiers) |
| Espèces | Trachonurus gagates |
Foire aux questions
How big does Velvet whiptail get?
Velvet whiptail can grow up to 47.79999923706055 cm long.
What family does Velvet whiptail belong to?
Velvet whiptail (Trachonurus gagates) belongs to the family Macrouridae (Grenadiers) in the order Gadiformes (Cods).
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