Fin's Fish Guide
The Bigeye cigarfish (Cubiceps pauciradiatus) is a saltwater fish of the family Nomeidae that grows up to 20 cm.
Worldwide in tropical and subtropical oceans, from the edge of the continental shelf down to about 1000 m depth.
Description
The bigeye cigarfish is an open-ocean fish (family Nomeidae) occurring worldwide in warm seas. The species reaches about 20 cm and has a streamlined, silvery body with large eyes. It lives bathypelagically, from the edge of the continental shelf to about 1000 m depth, and rises near the surface at night. Adults feed mainly on salps and other gelatinous zooplankton. The species is of no fishery interest and is harmless to humans. Little is known in detail about its reproduction.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bigeye cigarfish?
The Bigeye cigarfish has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Large eyes; rises to the surface at night and feeds mainly on salps.
Where does the Bigeye cigarfish live?
The Bigeye cigarfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around open water. Worldwide in tropical and subtropical oceans, from the edge of the continental shelf down to about 1000 m depth.
How big does the Bigeye cigarfish get?
The Bigeye cigarfish grows to a maximum of about 20 cm.
Is the Bigeye cigarfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Bigeye cigarfish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Bigeye cigarfish edible?
The Bigeye cigarfish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Cubiceps
More from the family Nomeidae
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