Batfish
Dactylopterus volitans
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Saltwater
Overview
Batfish (Dactylopterus volitans) is a marine fish of the family Dactylopteridae, in the order Dactylopteriformes. Maximum recorded length is 50 cm, with a maximum published weight of 1.8 kg. Its recorded depth range is 1–100 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 50.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 1.81 kg |
| गहराई सीमा | 1-100m |
Habitat & Distribution
जल प्रकार
Saltwater
गहराई सीमा
1-100m
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खेल मछली
हाँ
Taxonomy
| गण | Dactylopteriformes |
| कुल | Dactylopteridae |
| प्रजातियाँ | Dactylopterus volitans |
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
How big does Batfish get?
Batfish can grow up to 50.0 cm long and weigh 1.81 kg.
What family does Batfish belong to?
Batfish (Dactylopterus volitans) belongs to the family Dactylopteridae in the order Dactylopteriformes.
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