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The Bigeye frostfish (Benthodesmus pacificus) is a saltwater fish of the family Trichiuridae that grows up to 112 cm.
Description
The Pacific frostfish is a cutlassfish relative (Trichiuridae) from the Pacific Ocean. The species has an extremely elongate, ribbon-shaped, silvery body with a long dorsal fin and a large mouth with fine, fang-like teeth. It lives in deeper water, from about three hundred metres and deeper, and sometimes migrates to shallower layers. As a predator it hunts crustaceans and small fishes. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bigeye frostfish?
The Bigeye frostfish has a snake-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Extremely long, ribbon-shaped silvery body with fang-like teeth; deep-water predator.
Where does the Bigeye frostfish live?
The Bigeye frostfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Pacific Ocean; deeper water from ~300 m.
How big does the Bigeye frostfish get?
The Bigeye frostfish grows to a maximum of about 112 cm.
Is the Bigeye frostfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Bigeye frostfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Bigeye frostfish edible?
The Bigeye frostfish is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Benthodesmus
More from the family Trichiuridae
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