Bighead goatfish
Parupeneus heptacanthus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 36.0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0.88 kg |
| 栖息水深 | 12-350m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
水质类型
Saltwater
栖息水深
12-350m
Taxonomy
| 目 | Perciformes (Perch-like fishes) |
| 科 | Mullidae (Goatfishes) |
| 物种 | Parupeneus heptacanthus |
常见问题
How big does Bighead goatfish get?
Bighead goatfish can grow up to 36.0 cm long and weigh 0.88 kg.
Where is Bighead goatfish found?
Coral reefs
What family does Bighead goatfish belong to?
Bighead goatfish (Parupeneus heptacanthus) belongs to the family Mullidae (Goatfishes) in the order Perciformes (Perch-like fishes).
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