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Ijima's snaggletooth

Astronesthes ijimai

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
15.0 cm
Depth Range
154-500m
Family

Overview

Ijima's snaggletooth (Astronesthes ijimai) is a marine fish of the family Stomiidae (Barbeled Dragonfishes), in the order Stomiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 15 cm. Its recorded depth range is 154–500 m.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 15.0 cm
Depth Range 154-500m

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
154-500m

Taxonomy

Order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes)
Family Stomiidae (Barbeled Dragonfishes)
Species Astronesthes ijimai

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Ijima's snaggletooth get?
Ijima's snaggletooth can grow up to 15.0 cm long.
What family does Ijima's snaggletooth belong to?
Ijima's snaggletooth (Astronesthes ijimai) belongs to the family Stomiidae (Barbeled Dragonfishes) in the order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes).

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