Japanese butterfish
Hyperoglyphe japonica
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Saltwater
Overview
Japanese butterfish (Hyperoglyphe japonica) is a marine fish of the family Centrolophidae, in the order Scombriformes. Maximum recorded length is 90 cm, with a maximum published weight of 10 kg. Its recorded depth range is 150–1537 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 90,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 10,2 kg |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 150-1537m |
Habitat & Distribution
Su Tipi
Saltwater
Derinlik Aralığı
150-1537m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas) |
| Familya | Centrolophidae |
| Türler | Hyperoglyphe japonica |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does Japanese butterfish get?
Japanese butterfish can grow up to 90.0 cm long and weigh 10.2 kg.
What family does Japanese butterfish belong to?
Japanese butterfish (Hyperoglyphe japonica) belongs to the family Centrolophidae in the order Scombriformes (Mackerels and tunas).
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