Family: |
Howellidae (Oceanic basslets) |
Max. size: |
7.9 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
bathypelagic; marine; depth range 100 - 1829 m, oceanodromous |
Distribution: |
Indo-Pacific. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Inhabits the open ocean. Spends the day in midwater from 305-1,829 m depth and migrates near surface at night (Ref. 2850). Mesopelagic (Ref. 75154). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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