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Deepsea slickhead

Conocara salmoneum

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
73.0 cm
Depth Range
2400-4500m

Overview

Deepsea slickhead (Conocara salmoneum) is a marine fish of the family Alepocephalidae, in the order Alepocephaliformes. Maximum recorded length is 73 cm. Its recorded depth range is 2400–4500 m. Recorded habitats include pelagic.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 73.0 cm
Depth Range 2400-4500m

Habitat & Distribution

Pelagic

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
2400-4500m

Taxonomy

Order Alepocephaliformes
Family Alepocephalidae
Species Conocara salmoneum

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Deepsea slickhead get?
Deepsea slickhead can grow up to 73.0 cm long.
Where is Deepsea slickhead found?
Pelagic
What family does Deepsea slickhead belong to?
Deepsea slickhead (Conocara salmoneum) belongs to the family Alepocephalidae in the order Alepocephaliformes.

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