Nelson's boarfish
Pentaceros richardsoni
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Overview
Nelson's boarfish (Pentaceros richardsoni) is a marine fish of the family Pentacerotidae, in the order Acropomatiformes. Maximum recorded length is 56 cm. Its recorded depth range is 0–1000 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 56.0 cm |
| 서식 수심 | 0-1000m |
Habitat & Distribution
수질 유형
Saltwater
서식 수심
0-1000m
Taxonomy
| 목(目) | Acropomatiformes |
| 과(科) | Pentacerotidae |
| 종 | Pentaceros richardsoni |
자주 묻는 질문
How big does Nelson's boarfish get?
Nelson's boarfish can grow up to 56.0 cm long.
What family does Nelson's boarfish belong to?
Nelson's boarfish (Pentaceros richardsoni) belongs to the family Pentacerotidae in the order Acropomatiformes.
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