| Family: |
Stomiidae (Barbeled dragonfishes), subfamily: Melanostomiinae |
| Max. size: |
5.6 cm SL (female) |
| Environment: |
bathypelagic; marine; depth range 0 - 1000 m |
| Distribution: |
Atlantic Ocean. High Seas only. |
| Diagnosis: |
Dorsal soft rays (total): 18-18; Anal soft rays: 20-20. This species is distinguished by the following characters: pectoral-fin rays 6, the last of which is separated, and a luminous tissue strip on the side in the form of a longitudinally elongated oval, and ending far beyond the level of attachment of ventral fins (Ref, 123295). |
| Biology: |
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| IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 12 October 2018 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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