Deep Sea Profile
Primitive, jawless fish famous for their defensive slime production.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it really slime?
Yes, a single hagfish can produce liters of thick, fibrous slime in seconds to choke predators.
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Pacific Hagfish
Pacific hagfish
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Abyssal Stats
Depth
18–900 m (60–3,000 ft)
Size
Up to 60 cm (24 in)
Habitat
Seafloor
Diet
Dead fish and whale falls
What they'd be sayin'
"I am a jawless fish that has remained virtually unchanged for 300 million years."
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