A deep-sea fish species belonging to the Ipnopidae family, characterized by unique elongated fin rays that allow it to hover above the seafloor in bathyal zones.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Inhabits deep oceanic environments between 200-3,000 meters depth, primarily in tropical and subtropical regions of the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific Oceans with soft sedimentary bottoms.
Ecological Role
Plays a critical role in deep-sea food webs as a predator of small benthic and nektic organisms, contributing to energy transfer in low-productivity deep marine ecosystems.
Morphology
SKIN COATPale, translucent skin with minimal pigmentation typical of deep-sea creatures
LIMBS WINGSThree specialized elongated fin rays on pelvic and pectoral regions that act as supporting 'legs'
HEAD SENSORYHighly developed sensory apparatus with enlarged eyes adapted for low-light deep-sea environments
BODY STRUCTURESlender body with elongated, modified fin rays functioning as stilts, allowing the fish to hover just above the seafloor
