Blacktail snailfish
Careproctus melanurus
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Saltwater
Overview
Blacktail snailfish (Careproctus melanurus) is a marine fish of the family Liparidae (Snailfishes), in the order Scorpaeniformes. Maximum recorded length is 54 cm, with a maximum published weight of 1.7 kg. Its recorded depth range is 89–2286 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 54.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 1.7 kg |
| गहराई सीमा | 89-2286m |
Habitat & Distribution
जल प्रकार
Saltwater
गहराई सीमा
89-2286m
Taxonomy
| गण | Scorpaeniformes (Scorpionfishes) |
| कुल | Liparidae (Snailfishes) |
| प्रजातियाँ | Careproctus melanurus |
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
How big does Blacktail snailfish get?
Blacktail snailfish can grow up to 54.0 cm long and weigh 1.7 kg.
What family does Blacktail snailfish belong to?
Blacktail snailfish (Careproctus melanurus) belongs to the family Liparidae (Snailfishes) in the order Scorpaeniformes (Scorpionfishes).
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