Ballonfish
Cyclichthys orbicularis
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Saltwater
Overview
Ballonfish (Cyclichthys orbicularis) is a marine fish of the family Diodontidae (Porcupinefishes), in the order Tetraodontiformes. Maximum recorded length is 30 cm. Its recorded depth range is 9–170 m. Recorded habitats include neritic, coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30,0 cm |
| Kedalaman | 9-170m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, coral reefs
Jenis Air
Saltwater
Kedalaman
9-170m
Informasi Perikanan
Ikan Buruan
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Taxonomy
| Ordo | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| Famili | Diodontidae (Porcupinefishes) |
| Spesies | Cyclichthys orbicularis |
Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan
How big does Ballonfish get?
Ballonfish can grow up to 30.0 cm long.
Where is Ballonfish found?
Neritic, coral reefs
What family does Ballonfish belong to?
Ballonfish (Cyclichthys orbicularis) belongs to the family Diodontidae (Porcupinefishes) in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).
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