Spiny Batfish [Halieutichthys bispinosus]
Description
The spiny batfish is a species that is native to the Gulf of Mexico. It is a bottom-dwelling fish that prefers muddy or sandy sea floors. It is known to use its pectoral fins to 'walk' on the ocean floor. It is characterized by its flat body and long, pointed pectoral fins. It can grow up to 20 cm in length.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Anglerfishes
Lophiiformes
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| Family |
Batfishes
Ogcocephalidae
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| Genus |
Halieutichthys
Halieutichthys
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