Bathygadus spongiceps Gilbert & Hubbs, 1920 Spongy rat tail |
photo by
Graham, K. |
Family: | Bathygadidae (Rattails) | |||
Max. size: | 27 cm TL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | bathypelagic; marine; depth range 892 - 1463 m | |||
Distribution: | Western Pacific: Philippines and Indonesia to New Zealand, the Kermadecs and New Caledonia. | |||
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Biology: | A benthic species found on the continental slope (Ref. 75154). | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless |