Short Fin Pearleye
Scopelarchus analis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–820 m
- Max size: 12.6 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small deep water hunter, the pearleye carries upward pointing tubular eyes to spot prey silhouetted against the faint light from above. Adults usually live below 500 metres, while the larvae stay in the upper hundred metres of the open ocean.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Aulopiformes › Scopelarchidae › Scopelarchus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 126367.
FAQ
- How deep does the Short Fin Pearleye live?
- The Short Fin Pearleye (Scopelarchus analis) is typically found at 0–820 m.
- Is the Short Fin Pearleye dangerous to divers?
- The Short Fin Pearleye is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Short Fin Pearleye get?
- The Short Fin Pearleye grows to about 12.6 cm.