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Loosejaw

Aristostomias tittmanni

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
21.5 cm
Depth Range
15-2000m
Family

Overview

Loosejaw (Aristostomias tittmanni) is a marine fish of the family Stomiidae (Barbeled Dragonfishes), in the order Stomiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 22 cm. Its recorded depth range is 15–2000 m.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 21.5 cm
Depth Range 15-2000m

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
15-2000m

Taxonomy

Order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes)
Family Stomiidae (Barbeled Dragonfishes)
Species Aristostomias tittmanni

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Loosejaw get?
Loosejaw can grow up to 21.5 cm long.
What family does Loosejaw belong to?
Loosejaw (Aristostomias tittmanni) belongs to the family Stomiidae (Barbeled Dragonfishes) in the order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes).

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