Blobfish
Main Characteristics of Perciformes
- The perciformes are a very diverse group of animals.
- There are over 10,000 different species.
- Some of the most well-known include the blobfish, pufferfish, grouper, lionfish, boxfish, and remora.
- Many perciformes have spiny dorsal and pelvic fins.
- About 8,000 species live in the ocean, while 2,000 species are found in freshwater.
- These fish are carnivores, meaning they eat other fish or invertebrates.
- Perciformes can look very different from one another.
- Many have oval bodies, bright colors, and/or striking patterns.
- The largest perciformes are the Atlantic bluefin tuna, black marlin, blue marlin, and swordfish. They can grow to lengths of 13-16 feet (4-5 meters) and weigh 880-1650 pounds (400-750 kg).
- The smallest perciformes is the golden darter, which only reaches a length of 1.1 inches (2.9 cm).
