Whitley's gurnard perch
Maxillicosta whitleyi
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Overview
Whitley's gurnard perch (Maxillicosta whitleyi) is a marine fish of the family Neosebastidae, in the order Perciformes/Scorpaenoidei. Maximum recorded length is 7 cm. Its recorded depth range is 20–140 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 7,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | 20-140m |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
20-140m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Perciformes/Scorpaenoidei |
| Famille | Neosebastidae |
| Espèces | Maxillicosta whitleyi |
Foire aux questions
How big does Whitley's gurnard perch get?
Whitley's gurnard perch can grow up to 7.0 cm long.
What family does Whitley's gurnard perch belong to?
Whitley's gurnard perch (Maxillicosta whitleyi) belongs to the family Neosebastidae in the order Perciformes/Scorpaenoidei.
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