Giant tonguefish
Symphurus megasomus
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Saltwater
Overview
Giant tonguefish (Symphurus megasomus) is a marine fish of the family Cynoglossidae (Tonguefishes), in the order Pleuronectiformes. Maximum recorded length is 15 cm. Its recorded depth range is 200–640 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 14.670000076293945 cm |
| 栖息水深 | 200-640m |
Habitat & Distribution
水质类型
Saltwater
栖息水深
200-640m
Taxonomy
| 目 | Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes) |
| 科 | Cynoglossidae (Tonguefishes) |
| 物种 | Symphurus megasomus |
常见问题
How big does Giant tonguefish get?
Giant tonguefish can grow up to 14.670000076293945 cm long.
What family does Giant tonguefish belong to?
Giant tonguefish (Symphurus megasomus) belongs to the family Cynoglossidae (Tonguefishes) in the order Pleuronectiformes (Flatfishes).
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