Deep Sea Profile
Deep-sea fish notable for the bony, rugose plates covering their heads.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are they found?
They congregate in large numbers over seamounts in the North Pacific.
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Japanese Armorhead
Pentaceros richardsoni
Image via Wikimedia Commons
Abyssal Stats
Depth
300–800 m (980–2,600 ft)
Size
Up to 45 cm (18 in)
Habitat
Seamounts
Diet
Zooplankton
What they'd be sayin'
"I gather in huge schools around underwater mountains to feed on plankton."
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