Mauritanian shortface eel
Panturichthys mauritanicus
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Saltwater
Overview
Mauritanian shortface eel (Panturichthys mauritanicus) is a marine fish of the family Heterenchelyidae, in the order Anguilliformes. Maximum recorded length is 84 cm. Its recorded depth range is 30–1000 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 84.0 cm |
| 生息水深 | 30-1000m |
Habitat & Distribution
水質タイプ
Saltwater
生息水深
30-1000m
Taxonomy
| 目 | Anguilliformes (Eels) |
| 科 | Heterenchelyidae |
| 種 | Panturichthys mauritanicus |
よくある質問
How big does Mauritanian shortface eel get?
Mauritanian shortface eel can grow up to 84.0 cm long.
What family does Mauritanian shortface eel belong to?
Mauritanian shortface eel (Panturichthys mauritanicus) belongs to the family Heterenchelyidae in the order Anguilliformes (Eels).
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