A deep-sea fish species belonging to the family Scopelarchidae, characterized by unique morphological adaptations for deep marine environments in the Aulopiformes order.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Mesopelagic and bathypelagic zones of oceanic waters, typically found at depths between 200-1000 meters, with potential distribution in tropical and subtropical marine regions.
Ecological Role
Contributes to deep-sea food web dynamics, serving as potential prey for larger predatory marine organisms and participating in oceanic nutrient cycling.
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Likely possesses silvery or translucent scales typical of mesopelagic fish species
- LIMBS WINGS Possesses wing-like pectoral fins ('alatus' referring to winged morphology) that may assist in precise movement and maneuverability
- HEAD SENSORY Potentially enhanced sensory capabilities including large eyes adapted for detecting bioluminescent prey and low-light conditions
- BODY STRUCTURE Elongated, slender fish body with specialized adaptations for low-light deep marine environments, approximately 15-25 cm in total length
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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