Mediterranean soft pout [Malacocephalus occidentalis]
Description
The Mediterranean soft pout is a species of fish in the family Macrouridae. It is found in the Mediterranean Sea and the eastern Atlantic Ocean from Portugal to Namibia. This species is usually found at depths between 200 and 800 meters. It is characterized by its large eyes, a long tapering body, and its soft, scaleless skin. It feeds primarily on small invertebrates and is known for its slow, sluggish movements.
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 |
Malacocephalus
Malacocephalus
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