Shorthead cusk-eel
Ophidion dromio
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Saltwater
Overview
Shorthead cusk-eel (Ophidion dromio) is a marine fish of the family Ophidiidae, in the order Ophidiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 15 cm. Its recorded depth range is 51–183 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 14,600000381469727 cm |
| Derinlik Aralığı | 51-183m |
Habitat & Distribution
Su Tipi
Saltwater
Derinlik Aralığı
51-183m
Taxonomy
| Takım | Ophidiiformes |
| Familya | Ophidiidae |
| Türler | Ophidion dromio |
Sık Sorulan Sorular
How big does Shorthead cusk-eel get?
Shorthead cusk-eel can grow up to 14.600000381469727 cm long.
What family does Shorthead cusk-eel belong to?
Shorthead cusk-eel (Ophidion dromio) belongs to the family Ophidiidae in the order Ophidiiformes.
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