Bathophilus proximus Regan & Trewavas, 1930

Family:  Stomiidae (Barbeled dragonfishes), subfamily: Melanostomiinae
Max. size:  5 cm (male/unsexed)
Environment:  bathypelagic; marine; depth range - 350 m
Distribution:  Northwest Atlantic: known from the type locality, 35°51'N, 66°43'W.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Minimum depth from Ref. 58018.
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 11 October 2018 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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