Centrolophidae (Medusafishes) |
75 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
pelagic-oceanic; marine; depth range - 180 m |
Eastern Pacific: Peru. |
Body moderately deep and compressed; dorsal fin with 6 weak spines and 22 to 23 soft rays (VI, 22-23); its origin generally anterior to the insertion of the pectoral fins (juveniles) or above them (adults); anal fin with 15 to 16 rays; pectoral fins pointed; scales deciduous; dorsal area of juveniles with dark lines; body entirely dark gray or brown gray in adults (Ref. 55763). |
Minimum depth from Ref. 58018. |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 01 May 2008 Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
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