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Pacific Viperfish

Pacific viperfish

Deep sea Pacific Viperfish specimen

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Abyssal Stats

Depth

200–4,400 m (650–14,400 ft)

Size

Up to 30 cm (12 in)

Habitat

Midwater

Diet

Fish and crustaceans

What they'd be sayin'

"I have fangs so large they don't fit in my mouth and curve back past my eyes."

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Deep Sea Profile

Predator with teeth so large they don't fit in its mouth; uses a glowing fin lure.

Frequently Asked Questions

How deep do they live?

They are found in the bathypelagic zone, up to 4,000 meters deep.

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