Ophichthus melope
Ophichthus melope
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Saltwater
Overview
Ophichthus melope is a marine fish of the family Ophichthidae (Snake Eels), in the order Anguilliformes. Maximum recorded length is 27 cm. Its recorded depth range is 100–224 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 27,0 cm |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 100-224m |
Habitat & Distribution
Su Tipi
Saltwater
Derinlik Aralığı
100-224m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Anguilliformes (Eels) |
| Familya | Ophichthidae (Snake Eels) |
| Türler | Ophichthus melope |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Chinese (Simplified) | 背孔蛇鰻 |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does Ophichthus melope get?
Ophichthus melope can grow up to 27.0 cm long.
What family does Ophichthus melope belong to?
Ophichthus melope (Ophichthus melope) belongs to the family Ophichthidae (Snake Eels) in the order Anguilliformes (Eels).
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