Fedorov's Snaggletooth
Astronesthes fedorovi
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–500 m
- Max size: 3.2 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small black dragonfish of the open ocean, Fedorov's snaggletooth dangles a glowing chin barbel as a lure and rises toward the surface at night. It reaches only about three centimetres yet roams from the surface down to roughly 500 metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Stomiiformes › Stomiidae › Astronesthes
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275016.
FAQ
- How deep does the Fedorov's Snaggletooth live?
- The Fedorov's Snaggletooth (Astronesthes fedorovi) is typically found at 0–500 m.
- Is the Fedorov's Snaggletooth dangerous to divers?
- The Fedorov's Snaggletooth is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Fedorov's Snaggletooth get?
- The Fedorov's Snaggletooth grows to about 3.2 cm.