A deep-sea mesopelagic fish species belonging to the Scopelarchidae family, characterized by specialized adaptations for low-light marine environments in the oceanic water column.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Mesopelagic zone of oceanic environments, typically inhabiting depths between 200-1000 meters, with global distribution in temperate and subtropical marine ecosystems
Ecological Role
Plays a crucial role in deep-sea food webs as a mid-level predator, contributing to marine trophic interactions and serving as potential prey for larger marine predators
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Silvery-translucent external coloration providing camouflage in deep-sea environments
- LIMBS WINGS Typical fish fin configuration with dorsal, anal, and caudal fins enabling precise locomotion in water column
- HEAD SENSORY Large, specialized eyes with reflective structures optimized for detecting minimal light in dark oceanic zones, enhanced visual perception for predation and survival
- BODY STRUCTURE Elongated, slender fish body with streamlined shape adapted for efficient swimming in deep marine environments, typically measuring 10-20 cm in total length
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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