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False-midas lanternfish

Gymnoscopelus hintonoides

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
14.0 cm
Depth Range
2200-2350m
Family

Overview

False-midas lanternfish (Gymnoscopelus hintonoides) is a marine fish of the family Myctophidae (Lanternfishes), in the order Myctophiformes. Maximum recorded length is 14 cm. Its recorded depth range is 2200–2350 m.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 14.0 cm
Depth Range 2200-2350m

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
2200-2350m

Taxonomy

Order Myctophiformes (Lanternfishes)
Family Myctophidae (Lanternfishes)
Species Gymnoscopelus hintonoides

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does False-midas lanternfish get?
False-midas lanternfish can grow up to 14.0 cm long.
What family does False-midas lanternfish belong to?
False-midas lanternfish (Gymnoscopelus hintonoides) belongs to the family Myctophidae (Lanternfishes) in the order Myctophiformes (Lanternfishes).

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