Indian Ocean crocodilefish
Papilloculiceps longiceps
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Overview
Indian Ocean crocodilefish (Papilloculiceps longiceps) is a marine fish of the family Platycephalidae, in the order Perciformes/Scorpaenoidei. Maximum recorded length is 70 cm. Its recorded depth range is 1–15 m. Recorded habitats include coral reefs.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 70.0 cm |
| 栖息水深 | 1-15m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
水质类型
Saltwater
栖息水深
1-15m
Taxonomy
| 目 | Perciformes/Scorpaenoidei |
| 科 | Platycephalidae |
| 物种 | Papilloculiceps longiceps |
常见问题
How big does Indian Ocean crocodilefish get?
Indian Ocean crocodilefish can grow up to 70.0 cm long.
Where is Indian Ocean crocodilefish found?
Coral reefs
What family does Indian Ocean crocodilefish belong to?
Indian Ocean crocodilefish (Papilloculiceps longiceps) belongs to the family Platycephalidae in the order Perciformes/Scorpaenoidei.
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