Malacocephalus luzonensis Gilbert & Hubbs, 1920
photo by MNHN

Family:  Macrouridae (Grenadiers or rattails)
Max. size: 
Environment:  benthopelagic; marine; depth range - 315 m
Distribution:  Western Central Pacific: Philippines.
Diagnosis:  Dorsal spines (total): 0-0; Anal spines: 0-0
Biology: 
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 04 February 2009 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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