Anglerfish
Lophius gastrophysus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 67,5 cm |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 40-700m |
Habitat & Distribution
Su Tipi
Saltwater
Derinlik Aralığı
40-700m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Lophiiformes (Anglerfishes) |
| Familya | Lophiidae (Goosefishes & Monkfish) |
| Türler | Lophius gastrophysus |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does Anglerfish get?
Anglerfish can grow up to 67.5 cm long.
What family does Anglerfish belong to?
Anglerfish (Lophius gastrophysus) belongs to the family Lophiidae (Goosefishes & Monkfish) in the order Lophiiformes (Anglerfishes).
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