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Temperate snaggletooth

Astronesthes psychrolutes

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
28.0 cm
Depth Range
?-1500m
Family

Overview

Temperate snaggletooth (Astronesthes psychrolutes) is a marine fish of the family Stomiidae (Barbeled Dragonfishes), in the order Stomiiformes. Maximum recorded length is 28 cm. It has been recorded to depths of 1500 m.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 28.0 cm
Depth Range ?-1500m

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
?-1500m

Taxonomy

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Temperate snaggletooth get?
Temperate snaggletooth can grow up to 28.0 cm long.
What family does Temperate snaggletooth belong to?
Temperate snaggletooth (Astronesthes psychrolutes) belongs to the family Stomiidae (Barbeled Dragonfishes) in the order Stomiiformes (Dragonfishes & Hatchetfishes).

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