Roughnose grenadier [Trachyrincus murrayi]
Description
Roughnose grenadier, also known as Trachyrincus murrayi, is a marine fish species found in the North Atlantic Ocean. It has a long body that tapers to a thin tail, with a rough skin covered with small scales. The species is known for its protruding snout and chin barbel. It typically lives in deep waters ranging from 800 to 4,000 meters. Its diet mainly consists of small fish and invertebrates.
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 |
Trachyrincus
Trachyrincus
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