African hind
Cephalopholis taeniops
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Saltwater
परिचय
The African hind (Cephalopholis taeniops) is a large saltwater grouper reaching up to 70 cm in length. It inhabits rocky reef environments in the eastern Atlantic off Africa and is a valued food and sport fish.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 70.0 cm |
| गहराई सीमा | 20-300m |
Habitat & Distribution
जल प्रकार
Saltwater
गहराई सीमा
20-300m
Taxonomy
| गण | Perciformes/Serranoidei |
| कुल | Epinephelidae |
| प्रजातियाँ | Cephalopholis taeniops |
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
How big does African hind get?
African hind can grow up to 70.0 cm long.
What family does African hind belong to?
African hind (Cephalopholis taeniops) belongs to the family Epinephelidae in the order Perciformes/Serranoidei.
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