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Panama snaggletooth

Borostomias panamensis

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
30.0 cm
Depth Range
300-1800m
Family

Overview

Panama snaggletooth (Borostomias panamensis) is a marine fish of the family Stomiidae (Barbeled Dragonfishes), in the order Stomiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 30 cm. Its recorded depth range is 300–1800 m.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 30.0 cm
Depth Range 300-1800m

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
300-1800m

Taxonomy

Order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes)
Family Stomiidae (Barbeled Dragonfishes)
Species Borostomias panamensis

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Panama snaggletooth get?
Panama snaggletooth can grow up to 30.0 cm long.
What family does Panama snaggletooth belong to?
Panama snaggletooth (Borostomias panamensis) belongs to the family Stomiidae (Barbeled Dragonfishes) in the order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes).

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