California hagfish
Eptatretus stoutii
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Overview
California hagfish (Eptatretus stoutii) is a marine fish of the family Myxinidae, in the order Myxiniformes. Maximum recorded length is 64 cm. Its recorded depth range is 16–966 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 63.5 cm |
| 栖息水深 | 16-966m |
Habitat & Distribution
水质类型
Saltwater
栖息水深
16-966m
Taxonomy
| 目 | Myxiniformes |
| 科 | Myxinidae |
| 物种 | Eptatretus stoutii |
常见问题
How big does California hagfish get?
California hagfish can grow up to 63.5 cm long.
What family does California hagfish belong to?
California hagfish (Eptatretus stoutii) belongs to the family Myxinidae in the order Myxiniformes.
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