Family: |
Stomiidae (Barbeled dragonfishes), subfamily: Melanostomiinae |
Max. size: |
14.2 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
pelagic-oceanic; marine |
Distribution: |
Northwest Atlantic: Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea. |
Diagnosis: |
Dorsal soft rays (total): 23-26; Anal soft rays: 34-40. Body elongate and very slender, with long tapering, protrusible snout. Moderately long chin barbel (Ref. 37039). |
Biology: |
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IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 09 February 2015 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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