West African hawkfish
Cirrhitus atlanticus
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Saltwater
Panjang Maks.
16,0 cm
Famili
Overview
West African hawkfish (Cirrhitus atlanticus) is a marine fish of the family Cirrhitidae, in the order Centrarchiformes. Maximum recorded length is 16 cm.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 16,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Jenis Air
Saltwater
Taxonomy
| Ordo | Centrarchiformes (Sunfishes) |
| Famili | Cirrhitidae |
| Spesies | Cirrhitus atlanticus |
Pertanyaan yang Sering Diajukan
How big does West African hawkfish get?
West African hawkfish can grow up to 16.0 cm long.
What family does West African hawkfish belong to?
West African hawkfish (Cirrhitus atlanticus) belongs to the family Cirrhitidae in the order Centrarchiformes (Sunfishes).
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