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Indo-akatachi

Acanthocepola indica

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Comprimento Máximo
55,0 cm
Faixa de Profundidade
50-100m
Família

Overview

Indo-akatachi (Acanthocepola indica) is a marine fish of the family Cepolidae, in the order Eupercaria/misc. Maximum recorded length is 55 cm. Its recorded depth range is 50–100 m.

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Sobre

A bandfish from the Indian Ocean, with a ribbon-like body and distinctive red banding. Inhabits sandy bottoms at 20-100m depth. Burrows vertically in sand; feeds on small invertebrates from the burrow entrance.

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 55,0 cm
Faixa de Profundidade 50-100m

Habitat & Distribution

Sandy and muddy substrates in shallow coastal waters of the Indian Ocean at 20-100m depth. Burrows in soft sediment near coral reef margins and continental shelf areas.

Tipo de Água
Saltwater
Faixa de Profundidade
50-100m

Taxonomy

Ordem Eupercaria/misc
Família Cepolidae
Espécies Acanthocepola indica

Perguntas Frequentes

How big does Indo-akatachi get?
Indo-akatachi can grow up to 55.0 cm long.
Where is Indo-akatachi found?
Sandy and muddy substrates in shallow coastal waters of the Indian Ocean at 20-100m depth. Burrows in soft sediment near coral reef margins and continental shelf areas.
What family does Indo-akatachi belong to?
Indo-akatachi (Acanthocepola indica) belongs to the family Cepolidae in the order Eupercaria/misc.

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