Longsnout Scorpionfish
Pontinus castor
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Saltwater
Overview
Longsnout Scorpionfish (Pontinus castor) is a marine fish of the family Scorpaenidae (Scorpionfishes), in the order Scorpaeniformes. Maximum recorded length is 46 cm. Its recorded depth range is 45–400 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 46,0 cm |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 45-400m |
Habitat & Distribution
Su Tipi
Saltwater
Derinlik Aralığı
45-400m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Scorpaeniformes (Scorpionfishes) |
| Familya | Scorpaenidae (Scorpionfishes) |
| Türler | Pontinus castor |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does Longsnout Scorpionfish get?
Longsnout Scorpionfish can grow up to 46.0 cm long.
What family does Longsnout Scorpionfish belong to?
Longsnout Scorpionfish (Pontinus castor) belongs to the family Scorpaenidae (Scorpionfishes) in the order Scorpaeniformes (Scorpionfishes).
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