Agassiz's thread-sail fish
Chlorophthalmus agassizi
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Agassiz's thread-sail fish (Chlorophthalmus agassizi) is a marine fish of the family Chlorophthalmidae, in the order Aulopiformes. Maximum recorded length is 40 cm. Its recorded depth range is 50–1000 m.
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Agassiz's thread-sail fish (Chlorophthalmus agassizi) is a saltwater fish reaching up to 40 cm in length. It inhabits deeper coastal waters and belongs to the family Chlorophthalmidae, characterized by their large, greenish eyes adapted for dim-light environments.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 40.0 cm |
| Depth Range | 50-1000m |
Habitat & Distribution
Taxonomy
| Order | Aulopiformes (Lizardfishes & Allies) |
| Family | Chlorophthalmidae |
| Species | Chlorophthalmus agassizi |
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