Belligerent sculpin
Megalocottus platycephalus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 42,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 1,06 kg |
| Faixa de Profundidade | 0-120m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Tipo de Água
Saltwater
Faixa de Profundidade
0-120m
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Scorpaeniformes (Scorpionfishes) |
| Família | Cottidae (Sculpins) |
| Espécies | Megalocottus platycephalus |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does Belligerent sculpin get?
Belligerent sculpin can grow up to 42.0 cm long and weigh 1.06 kg.
Where is Belligerent sculpin found?
Estuaries
What family does Belligerent sculpin belong to?
Belligerent sculpin (Megalocottus platycephalus) belongs to the family Cottidae (Sculpins) in the order Scorpaeniformes (Scorpionfishes).
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