American straptail grenadier
Malacocephalus occidentalis
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Saltwater
Overview
American straptail grenadier (Malacocephalus occidentalis) is a marine fish of the family Macrouridae (Grenadiers), in the order Gadiformes. Maximum recorded length is 45 cm. Its recorded depth range is 140–1945 m. Recorded habitats include demersal.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 45.0 cm |
| 서식 수심 | 140-1945m |
Habitat & Distribution
Demersal
수질 유형
Saltwater
서식 수심
140-1945m
Taxonomy
| 목(目) | Gadiformes (Cods) |
| 과(科) | Macrouridae (Grenadiers) |
| 종 | Malacocephalus occidentalis |
자주 묻는 질문
How big does American straptail grenadier get?
American straptail grenadier can grow up to 45.0 cm long.
Where is American straptail grenadier found?
Demersal
What family does American straptail grenadier belong to?
American straptail grenadier (Malacocephalus occidentalis) belongs to the family Macrouridae (Grenadiers) in the order Gadiformes (Cods).
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