African spadefish
Ephippus goreensis
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The African spadefish (Ephippus goreensis) is a saltwater fish reaching up to 30 cm in length. It inhabits coastal waters off the West African coast and belongs to the family Ephippidae.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30.0 cm |
| ช่วงความลึก | 10-75m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic, estuaries
ประเภทน้ำ
Saltwater
ช่วงความลึก
10-75m
Taxonomy
| อันดับ | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| วงศ์ | Ephippidae (Spadefishes & Batfishes) |
| สายพันธุ์ | Ephippus goreensis |
คำถามที่พบบ่อย
How big does African spadefish get?
African spadefish can grow up to 30.0 cm long.
Where is African spadefish found?
Neritic, estuaries
What family does African spadefish belong to?
African spadefish (Ephippus goreensis) belongs to the family Ephippidae (Spadefishes & Batfishes) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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