Mexican jawfish
Opistognathus mexicanus
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Saltwater
Overview
Mexican jawfish (Opistognathus mexicanus) is a marine fish of the family Opistognathidae, in the order Ovalentaria/misc. Maximum recorded length is 12 cm. Its recorded depth range is 12–14 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 12.0 cm |
| 栖息水深 | 12-14m |
Habitat & Distribution
水质类型
Saltwater
栖息水深
12-14m
Taxonomy
| 目 | Ovalentaria/misc |
| 科 | Opistognathidae |
| 物种 | Opistognathus mexicanus |
常见问题
How big does Mexican jawfish get?
Mexican jawfish can grow up to 12.0 cm long.
What family does Mexican jawfish belong to?
Mexican jawfish (Opistognathus mexicanus) belongs to the family Opistognathidae in the order Ovalentaria/misc.
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