Sheephead grunt
Orthopristis cantharina
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Saltwater
Overview
Sheephead grunt (Orthopristis cantharina) is a marine fish of the family Haemulidae (Grunts), in the order Perciformes. Maximum recorded length is 38 cm. Its recorded depth range is 20–40 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 38,0 cm |
| Phạm vi độ sâu | 20-40m |
Habitat & Distribution
Loại nước
Saltwater
Phạm vi độ sâu
20-40m
Taxonomy
| Bộ | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| Họ | Haemulidae (Grunts) |
| Loài | Orthopristis cantharina |
Câu hỏi thường gặp
How big does Sheephead grunt get?
Sheephead grunt can grow up to 38.0 cm long.
What family does Sheephead grunt belong to?
Sheephead grunt (Orthopristis cantharina) belongs to the family Haemulidae (Grunts) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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