Silver hatchetfish
Argyropelecus lychnus
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Saltwater
Overview
Silver hatchetfish (Argyropelecus lychnus) is a marine fish of the family Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes), in the order Stomiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 7 cm. Its recorded depth range is 150–700 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 7.0 cm |
| 生息水深 | 150-700m |
Habitat & Distribution
水質タイプ
Saltwater
生息水深
150-700m
Taxonomy
| 目 | Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes) |
| 科 | Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes) |
| 種 | Argyropelecus lychnus |
よくある質問
How big does Silver hatchetfish get?
Silver hatchetfish can grow up to 7.0 cm long.
What family does Silver hatchetfish belong to?
Silver hatchetfish (Argyropelecus lychnus) belongs to the family Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes) in the order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes).
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