Myxine kuoi Mok, 2002

Family:  Myxinidae (Hagfishes), subfamily: Myxininae
Max. size:  18.7 cm TL (male/unsexed); 41 cm TL (female)
Environment:  bathydemersal; marine; depth range - 595 m, non-migratory
Distribution:  Northwest Pacific: Taiwan.
Diagnosis:  Teeth 2-cusp multicusps on the anterior and posterior sets of cusps. Inner dorsal surface of the nasal sinus near the apex with a single medial small papilla. Gill pouches 6 pairs (Ref. 43102).
Biology:  Minimum depth from Ref. 58018.
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 13 November 2009 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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