Fin's Fish Guide
The Smoky deepsea batfish (Halieutaea fumosa) is a saltwater fish of the family Ogcocephalidae that grows up to 14 cm.
Asia: Australia, China, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Indonesia, Japan, Korea (South) and others
Description
The smoky deepsea batfish is a deep-sea batfish (Ogcocephalidae) of the continental slope in the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 15 cm and has a round, strongly flattened, spiny body, leg-like pectoral fins with which it shuffles over the bottom and a small lure retractable into a cavity above the mouth. As a slow bottom-dweller of the deep water it lures and snaps small invertebrates and small fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Smoky deepsea batfish?
The Smoky deepsea batfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Smoky deepsea batfish live?
The Smoky deepsea batfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Asia: Australia, China, Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Indonesia, Japan, Korea (South) and others
How big does the Smoky deepsea batfish get?
The Smoky deepsea batfish grows to a maximum of about 14 cm.
Is the Smoky deepsea batfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Smoky deepsea batfish is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Halieutaea
More from the family Ogcocephalidae
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