Rapanui filefish
Cantherhines rapanui
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 20,0 cm |
| Faixa de Profundidade | 0-20m |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Água
Saltwater
Faixa de Profundidade
0-20m
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| Família | Monacanthidae (Filefishes) |
| Espécies | Cantherhines rapanui |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does Rapanui filefish get?
Rapanui filefish can grow up to 20.0 cm long.
What family does Rapanui filefish belong to?
Rapanui filefish (Cantherhines rapanui) belongs to the family Monacanthidae (Filefishes) in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).
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