A deep-sea fish species belonging to the family Ipnopidae, characterized by its unique elongated fin rays that enable it to stand upright on the ocean floor, adapting to extreme deep-sea environments.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Bathypelagic and abyssal zones of the ocean, typically at depths between 2,000-4,000 meters, in dark, cold, high-pressure environments of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans.
Ecological Role
Plays a critical role in deep-sea food webs, serving as both predator and prey, contributing to nutrient cycling in one of the least explored ecosystems on Earth.
Morphology
SKIN COATPale, translucent skin with minimal pigmentation typical of deep-sea organisms
LIMBS WINGSModified fin rays extending downward, creating a tripod-like stance that enables stationary hunting and energy conservation
HEAD SENSORYEnhanced sensory adaptations for low-light environments, including large eyes and sensitive lateral line system
BODY STRUCTUREElongated, slender body with specialized fin rays that function as supportive 'legs', allowing the fish to stand vertically on the seafloor
