Family: |
Zoarcidae (Eelpouts), subfamily: Lycodinae |
Max. size: |
22.6 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
bathydemersal; marine; depth range 350 - 1700 m |
Distribution: |
Arctic: Norwegian Sea, Kara Sea and Northwest -and East Greenland. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Benthic on muddy bottoms at 622-1,175 m, with temperatures below 0°C. Feeds on small crustaceans (Ref. 4695). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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