| Family: |
Stomiidae (Barbeled dragonfishes), subfamily: Melanostomiinae |
| Max. size: |
17.2 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
bathypelagic; marine |
| Distribution: |
North Atlantic: Canary Basin. |
| Diagnosis: |
Dorsal soft rays (total): 24-24; Anal soft rays: 44-44. This species is distinguished by the following characters: pectoral-fin rays 8; pelvic-fin rays 8; all fixed teeth on praemaxillare; ventral groove developed; with a unique structure of mental barbel (Ref. 129447). |
| Biology: |
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| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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