Cetonurus crassiceps (Günther, 1878)
Globosehead rattail
photo by Graham, K.

Family:  Macrouridae (Grenadiers or rattails)
Max. size:  44 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; marine; depth range 290 - 1490 m
Distribution:  Pacific and Atlantic, including Nazca and Sala y Gomez ridges.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Inhabits the continental slope (Ref. 7300).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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