California Smoothtongue
Leuroglossus stilbius
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 25–850 m
- Max size: 15 cm
- For divers: safe
A small, silvery deepsea smelt, the smoothtongue swarms in midwater off the California coast, rising and sinking through the day. Abundant but seldom seen, it is a key meal for larger fish, squid and seabirds.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Argentiniformes › Bathylagidae › Leuroglossus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 313514.
FAQ
- How deep does the California Smoothtongue live?
- The California Smoothtongue (Leuroglossus stilbius) is typically found at 25–850 m.
- Is the California Smoothtongue dangerous to divers?
- The California Smoothtongue is harmless to divers.
- How big does the California Smoothtongue get?
- The California Smoothtongue grows to about 15 cm.