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The Finescale antimora (Antimora microlepis) is a saltwater fish of the family Moridae that grows up to 75 cm.
Description
The finescale mora is a cod-like fish of the morid cod family (Moridae) from the deep northern Pacific. The species has an elongate, blue-grey body with large eyes, a pointed snout and a chin barbel. It inhabits the lower regions of the continental slope, usually between 800 and 1800 m depth; the sexes are partly segregated by depth. As a bottom predator it probes for crustaceans, worms and small fishes. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Finescale antimora?
The Finescale antimora has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly blue and shows a plain pattern. Blue-grey deep-sea cod with a chin barbel; sexes separated by depth on the slope.
Where does the Finescale antimora live?
The Finescale antimora lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around open water. Deep North Pacific; lower continental slope.
How big does the Finescale antimora get?
The Finescale antimora grows to a maximum of about 75 cm.
Is the Finescale antimora dangerous to humans?
No, the Finescale antimora is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Finescale antimora edible?
The Finescale antimora is rarely eaten.
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