Shortspine tapirfish
Polyacanthonotus rissoanus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 9.5 cm |
| गहराई सीमा | 500-2875m |
Habitat & Distribution
जल प्रकार
Saltwater
गहराई सीमा
500-2875m
Taxonomy
| गण | Notacanthiformes |
| कुल | Notacanthidae |
| प्रजातियाँ | Polyacanthonotus rissoanus |
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
How big does Shortspine tapirfish get?
Shortspine tapirfish can grow up to 9.5 cm long.
What family does Shortspine tapirfish belong to?
Shortspine tapirfish (Polyacanthonotus rissoanus) belongs to the family Notacanthidae in the order Notacanthiformes.
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