A deep-sea mesopelagic fish species belonging to the Scopelarchidae family, discovered and described by Johnson in 1974. This rare ichthyological specimen inhabits mid-oceanic water columns and represents an understudied marine organism.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Mesopelagic zones of oceanic environments, typically at depths between 200-1000 meters, characterized by low light conditions and cold temperatures
Ecological Role
Plays a crucial role in marine food webs as a mid-level consumer, serving as prey for larger predatory fish and contributing to oceanic nutrient cycling
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Silvery-translucent scaled exterior providing camouflage in deep marine environments
- LIMBS WINGS Standard fish fin configuration with adapted dorsal, pectoral, and caudal fins for precise deep-sea navigation
- HEAD SENSORY Large, specialized eyes designed for detecting minimal light in dark oceanic environments, typical of Scopelarchidae family
- BODY STRUCTURE Elongated, slender fish body with streamlined profile adapted for efficient deep-sea swimming, estimated length around 15-20 cm
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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