North Pacific lightfish
Maurolicus japonicus
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Saltwater
Overview
North Pacific lightfish (Maurolicus japonicus) is a marine fish of the family Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes), in the order Stomiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 5 cm. Its recorded depth range is 50–400 m.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 5.0 cm |
| 栖息水深 | 50-400m |
Habitat & Distribution
水质类型
Saltwater
栖息水深
50-400m
Taxonomy
| 目 | Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes) |
| 科 | Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes) |
| 物种 | Maurolicus japonicus |
常见问题
How big does North Pacific lightfish get?
North Pacific lightfish can grow up to 5.0 cm long.
What family does North Pacific lightfish belong to?
North Pacific lightfish (Maurolicus japonicus) belongs to the family Sternoptychidae (Marine Hatchetfishes) in the order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes).
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