Giant grenadier [Hymenocephalus gigas]
Description
The Giant grenadier is a deep-sea species found in the North Atlantic Ocean. It is known to inhabit depths up to 1,500 meters. This species is characterized by a large head, large eyes, and a slender body. It can grow up to 75 cm in length.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Cod-like Fishes
Gadiformes
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| Family |
Grenadiers or Rattails
Macrouridae
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| Genus |
Hymenocephalus
Hymenocephalus
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