Neoscopelus macrolepidotus

Neoscopelidae, Blackchins. Source: FAO (2002).
Neoscopelidae, Blackchins.
Source: FAO (2002).
FamilyScientific NameAuthorYearCommon Name
AcipenseridaeNeoscopelus macrolepidotusJohnson1863Largescale Blackchin

Neoscopelus macrolepidotus

Unique Characteristics: Photophores present; upper lateral series of photophores extends only to about anus. Eye large, about 1 time in snout. Upper jaw extending to about posterior margin of eye. Gill rakers usually 11 (rarely 12-14).

Neoscopelus macrolepidotus, Largescale Blackchins. Source: FAO (2002).
Neoscopelus macrolepidotus, Largescale Blackchin.
Source: FAO (2002).

Similar Species: None