West African spadefish
Chaetodipterus lippei
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Saltwater
Overview
West African spadefish (Chaetodipterus lippei) is a marine fish of the family Ephippidae (Spadefishes & Batfishes), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 31 cm. Its recorded depth range is 10–50 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 31.0 cm |
| 生息水深 | 10-50m |
Habitat & Distribution
水質タイプ
Saltwater
生息水深
10-50m
Taxonomy
| 目 | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| 科 | Ephippidae (Spadefishes & Batfishes) |
| 種 | Chaetodipterus lippei |
よくある質問
How big does West African spadefish get?
West African spadefish can grow up to 31.0 cm long.
What family does West African spadefish belong to?
West African spadefish (Chaetodipterus lippei) belongs to the family Ephippidae (Spadefishes & Batfishes) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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