Postel's goatfish
Parupeneus posteli
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 15,199999809265137 cm |
| Faixa de Profundidade | 150-250m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Água
Saltwater
Faixa de Profundidade
150-250m
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Família | Mullidae (Goatfishes) |
| Espécies | Parupeneus posteli |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does Postel's goatfish get?
Postel's goatfish can grow up to 15.199999809265137 cm long.
What family does Postel's goatfish belong to?
Postel's goatfish (Parupeneus posteli) belongs to the family Mullidae (Goatfishes) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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