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Midwater Eelpout

Melanostigma pammelas

Deep sea Midwater Eelpout specimen

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Abyssal Stats

Depth

500–1,500 m (1,600–4,900 ft)

Size

Up to 20 cm (8 in)

Habitat

Midwater

Diet

Small crustaceans and jellies

What they'd be sayin'

"Unlike most eelpouts that live on the bottom, I spend my entire life swimming in open water."

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Deep Sea Profile

Small, dark fish that uniquely inhabit the deep midwater column.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes it different from other eelpouts?

Most eelpouts live on the seafloor, but this species is adapted for life in the open water (pelagic).

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