Louse fish
Phtheirichthys lineatus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 76.0 cm |
| गहराई सीमा | 0-5m |
Habitat & Distribution
जल प्रकार
Saltwater
गहराई सीमा
0-5m
Taxonomy
| गण | Carangiformes (Jacks and pompanos) |
| कुल | Echeneidae |
| प्रजातियाँ | Phtheirichthys lineatus |
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
How big does Louse fish get?
Louse fish can grow up to 76.0 cm long.
What family does Louse fish belong to?
Louse fish (Phtheirichthys lineatus) belongs to the family Echeneidae in the order Carangiformes (Jacks and pompanos).
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