Purple sand tilefish
Hoplolatilus purpureus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 13.0 cm |
| 栖息水深 | 30-85m |
Habitat & Distribution
Coral reefs
水质类型
Saltwater
栖息水深
30-85m
Taxonomy
| 目 | Eupercaria/misc |
| 科 | Malacanthidae |
| 物种 | Hoplolatilus purpureus |
常见问题
How big does Purple sand tilefish get?
Purple sand tilefish can grow up to 13.0 cm long.
Where is Purple sand tilefish found?
Coral reefs
What family does Purple sand tilefish belong to?
Purple sand tilefish (Hoplolatilus purpureus) belongs to the family Malacanthidae in the order Eupercaria/misc.
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