| Family: |
Zoarcidae (Eelpouts), subfamily: Lycodinae |
| Max. size: |
33 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
bathydemersal; marine; depth range 1686 - 2200 m |
| Distribution: |
Eastern Pacific: Alaska to California, USA. |
| Diagnosis: |
Dorsal spines (total): 0-0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 116; Anal spines: 0-0; Anal soft rays: 93-93. Caudal not readily distinguishable from dorsal and anal fins; pectorals broad and rounded; pelvic fins very small (Ref. 6885). Brownish olive; scales are light in color giving the body a finely spotted appearance; head, pectorals, and edges of upright fins darker olive (Ref. 6885). |
| Biology: |
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| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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