African coffinfish
Chaunax africanus
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Saltwater
Hakkında
The African coffinfish (Chaunax africanus) is a saltwater anglerfish relative found in the eastern Atlantic, reaching about 22.7 cm. It inhabits deep-water muddy and sandy bottoms and uses a modified dorsal spine as a lure to attract prey.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 22,700000762939453 cm |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 162-200m |
Habitat & Distribution
Su Tipi
Saltwater
Derinlik Aralığı
162-200m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Lophiiformes (Anglerfishes) |
| Familya | Chaunacidae |
| Türler | Chaunax africanus |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does African coffinfish get?
African coffinfish can grow up to 22.700000762939453 cm long.
What family does African coffinfish belong to?
African coffinfish (Chaunax africanus) belongs to the family Chaunacidae in the order Lophiiformes (Anglerfishes).
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