| Giganturidae (Telescopefishes) |
| 20.3 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
|
bathypelagic; depth range 17 - 2100 m |
| Circumglobal: In tropical to subtropical waters. Deep sea. |
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Dorsal spines (total): 0-0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 16-19; Anal spines: 0-0; Anal soft rays: 11-14 |
| Meso- and bathypelagic (Ref. 58302). The species is rare. Inhabits deep water. Famous for its bizarre shape and unusual eyes. |
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(Ref. 96402)
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| harmless |
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