Blue-throat trigger
Xanthichthys mento
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Saltwater
Overview
Blue-throat trigger (Xanthichthys mento) is a marine fish of the family Balistidae (Triggerfishes), in the order Tetraodontiformes. Maximum recorded length is 30 cm. Its recorded depth range is 6–130 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30.0 cm |
| 서식 수심 | 6-130m |
Habitat & Distribution
수질 유형
Saltwater
서식 수심
6-130m
Taxonomy
| 목(目) | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| 과(科) | Balistidae (Triggerfishes) |
| 종 | Xanthichthys mento |
자주 묻는 질문
How big does Blue-throat trigger get?
Blue-throat trigger can grow up to 30.0 cm long.
What family does Blue-throat trigger belong to?
Blue-throat trigger (Xanthichthys mento) belongs to the family Balistidae (Triggerfishes) in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).
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