Roundhead Grenadier
Odontomacrurus murrayi
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–2500 m
- Max size: 64 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A deep sea grenadier with a long tapering tail and an oversized rounded head, this fish lives in the open ocean down to around 2,500 metres. The little that is known of its diet comes from fish remains found in a single stomach. It reaches about 64 centimetres and is seldom encountered.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gadiformes › Macrouridae › Odontomacrurus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 126476.
FAQ
- How deep does the Roundhead Grenadier live?
- The Roundhead Grenadier (Odontomacrurus murrayi) is typically found at 0–2500 m.
- Is the Roundhead Grenadier dangerous to divers?
- The Roundhead Grenadier is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Roundhead Grenadier get?
- The Roundhead Grenadier grows to about 64 cm.