Family: |
Sternoptychidae (Marine hatchetfishes), subfamily: Sternoptychinae |
Max. size: |
3.07 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; marine; depth range 0 - 1770 m |
Distribution: |
Western Pacific: Taiwan, Philippines, South China Sea. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Found at depths of 0 to 1770 meters. The largest specimen observed was 3.07 cm, standard length (Ref. 128944). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 16 July 2019 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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