Butterfish
Tilodon sexfasciatus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 40,0 cm |
| Faixa de Profundidade | 1-120m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Tipo de Água
Saltwater
Faixa de Profundidade
1-120m
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Centrarchiformes (Sunfishes) |
| Família | Microcanthidae |
| Espécies | Tilodon sexfasciatus |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does Butterfish get?
Butterfish can grow up to 40.0 cm long.
Where is Butterfish found?
Estuaries
What family does Butterfish belong to?
Butterfish (Tilodon sexfasciatus) belongs to the family Microcanthidae in the order Centrarchiformes (Sunfishes).
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