Shell fish
Lactophrys triqueter
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 47,0 cm |
| Derinlik Aralığı | ?-50m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
Su Tipi
Saltwater
Derinlik Aralığı
?-50m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies) |
| Familya | Ostraciidae (Boxfishes) |
| Türler | Lactophrys triqueter |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does Shell fish get?
Shell fish can grow up to 47.0 cm long.
Where is Shell fish found?
Coral reefs
What family does Shell fish belong to?
Shell fish (Lactophrys triqueter) belongs to the family Ostraciidae (Boxfishes) in the order Tetraodontiformes (Pufferfish and allies).
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