Atlantic slimehead
Hoplostethus atlanticus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 75,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 7,0 kg |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 180-1809m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic
Su Tipi
Saltwater
Derinlik Aralığı
180-1809m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies) |
| Familya | Trachichthyidae (Roughies) |
| Türler | Hoplostethus atlanticus |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does Atlantic slimehead get?
Atlantic slimehead can grow up to 75.0 cm long and weigh 7.0 kg.
Where is Atlantic slimehead found?
Neritic
What family does Atlantic slimehead belong to?
Atlantic slimehead (Hoplostethus atlanticus) belongs to the family Trachichthyidae (Roughies) in the order Beryciformes (Squirrelfishes & Roughies).
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