A deep-sea benthic fish species belonging to the family Ipnopidae, characterized by its unique elongated fin rays and specialized adaptation for life in bathyal zones of the eastern Pacific Ocean.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Deep marine environments, typically found at depths between 1,000-3,000 meters, on soft sedimentary ocean floors with low oxygen conditions and minimal light penetration.
Ecological Role
Plays a critical role in deep-sea food webs as a predator of small benthic invertebrates, contributing to nutrient cycling and energy transfer in abyssal ecosystems.
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Pale, translucent skin with minimal pigmentation typical of deep-sea organism adaptations
- LIMBS WINGS Specialized pectoral and pelvic fin rays extending far beyond typical fish appendage lengths, serving both sensory and locomotory functions
- HEAD SENSORY Highly developed barbels and sensory structures adapted for low-visibility environments, enabling detection of prey and navigation in dark deep-sea conditions
- BODY STRUCTURE Slender, elongated body with extremely elongated fin rays that function as sensory appendages and support mechanisms for maintaining position on soft seafloor
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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