Flat-tail longtom
Platybelone argalus
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Saltwater
Overview
Flat-tail longtom (Platybelone argalus) is a marine fish of the family Belonidae (Needlefishes), in the order Beloniformes. Maximum recorded length is 50 cm. Recorded habitats include coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 50.0 cm |
| गहराई सीमा | 0-?m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
जल प्रकार
Saltwater
गहराई सीमा
0-?m
Taxonomy
| गण | Beloniformes (Needlefishes & Flyingfishes) |
| कुल | Belonidae (Needlefishes) |
| प्रजातियाँ | Platybelone argalus |
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
How big does Flat-tail longtom get?
Flat-tail longtom can grow up to 50.0 cm long.
Where is Flat-tail longtom found?
Coral reefs
What family does Flat-tail longtom belong to?
Flat-tail longtom (Platybelone argalus) belongs to the family Belonidae (Needlefishes) in the order Beloniformes (Needlefishes & Flyingfishes).
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