Witch guitarfish
Zapteryx xyster
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Saltwater
Overview
Witch guitarfish (Zapteryx xyster) is a marine fish of the family Trygonorrhinidae, in the order Rhinopristiformes. Maximum recorded length is 78 cm. It has been recorded to depths of 150 m. Recorded habitats include neritic.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 78,0 cm |
| Plage de profondeur | ?-150m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic
Type d'eau
Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
?-150m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Rhinopristiformes |
| Famille | Trygonorrhinidae |
| Espèces | Zapteryx xyster |
Foire aux questions
How big does Witch guitarfish get?
Witch guitarfish can grow up to 78.0 cm long.
Where is Witch guitarfish found?
Neritic
What family does Witch guitarfish belong to?
Witch guitarfish (Zapteryx xyster) belongs to the family Trygonorrhinidae in the order Rhinopristiformes.
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