Pacific Black Scabbardfish
Aphanopus arigato
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–1350 m
- Max size: 72 cm
- For divers: safe
A long, ribbon thin scabbardfish of deep water, it ranges down to around 1,350 metres. Young rise toward midwater at night and sink by day, while adults hold near the bottom.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Scombriformes › Trichiuridae › Aphanopus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 274008.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pacific Black Scabbardfish live?
- The Pacific Black Scabbardfish (Aphanopus arigato) is typically found at 0–1350 m.
- Is the Pacific Black Scabbardfish dangerous to divers?
- The Pacific Black Scabbardfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Pacific Black Scabbardfish get?
- The Pacific Black Scabbardfish grows to about 72 cm.