Lycenchelys jordani (Evermann & Goldsborough, 1907)
Shortjaw eelpout
Lycenchelys jordani
photo by Bull. U.S. Bur. Fish.

Family:  Zoarcidae (Eelpouts), subfamily: Lycodinae
Max. size:  33 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  bathydemersal; marine; depth range 1686 - 2200 m
Distribution:  Eastern Pacific: Alaska to California, USA.
Diagnosis:  Dorsal spines (total): 0-0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 116; Anal spines: 0-0; Anal soft rays: 93-93. Caudal not readily distinguishable from dorsal and anal fins; pectorals broad and rounded; pelvic fins very small (Ref. 6885). Brownish olive; scales are light in color giving the body a finely spotted appearance; head, pectorals, and edges of upright fins darker olive (Ref. 6885).
Biology: 
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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