Galapagos jawfish
Opistognathus galapagensis
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Saltwater
Overview
Galapagos jawfish (Opistognathus galapagensis) is a marine fish of the family Opistognathidae, in the order Ovalentaria/misc. Maximum recorded length is 16 cm. It has been recorded to depths of 10 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 16.0 cm |
| ช่วงความลึก | ?-10m |
Habitat & Distribution
ประเภทน้ำ
Saltwater
ช่วงความลึก
?-10m
Taxonomy
| อันดับ | Ovalentaria/misc |
| วงศ์ | Opistognathidae |
| สายพันธุ์ | Opistognathus galapagensis |
คำถามที่พบบ่อย
How big does Galapagos jawfish get?
Galapagos jawfish can grow up to 16.0 cm long.
What family does Galapagos jawfish belong to?
Galapagos jawfish (Opistognathus galapagensis) belongs to the family Opistognathidae in the order Ovalentaria/misc.
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