A deep-sea mesopelagic fish species belonging to the Scopelarchidae family, endemic to oceanic environments with specialized adaptations for low-light conditions.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Deep marine waters, typically between 200-1000 meters depth, inhabiting tropical and subtropical oceanic regions of the world's oceans.
Ecological Role
Plays a critical role in deep-sea food webs as both predator and prey, contributing to energy transfer and marine ecosystem balance.
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Thin, translucent skin with potential for counter-illumination, helping camouflage against ambient light in deep marine zones.
- LIMBS WINGS Delicate, transparent fins with minimal muscular development, optimized for energy-efficient vertical migrations.
- HEAD SENSORY Large, prominent eyes with enhanced light-gathering capabilities, specialized for detecting bioluminescent signals and prey in dark ocean depths.
- BODY STRUCTURE Slender, elongated body with streamlined profile, approximately 15-20 cm in total length, adapted for efficient swimming in deep-sea environments.
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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