Fin's Fish Guide
The Pacific jellynose fish (Ateleopus japonicus) is a saltwater fish of the family Ateleopodidae that grows up to 95 cm.
Description
The Pacific jellynose fish is a remarkable deep-sea fish from the northwest Pacific, off Japan. The species grows to about 95 cm and has a soft, gelatinous body, a bulbous, jelly-like snout and a long, rearward-tapering tail. As a slow bottom-dweller it lives on soft bottoms of the continental slope, at depths between roughly 140 and 600 metres, and feeds on small benthic life. The fish is harmless to humans and has little commercial value. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Pacific jellynose fish?
The Pacific jellynose fish has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly white and shows a plain pattern. Jelly-like bulbous snout and a soft body; slow slope dweller
Where does the Pacific jellynose fish live?
The Pacific jellynose fish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Northwest Pacific
How big does the Pacific jellynose fish get?
The Pacific jellynose fish grows to a maximum of about 95 cm. On average the species is around 35 cm.
Is the Pacific jellynose fish dangerous to humans?
No, the Pacific jellynose fish is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Pacific jellynose fish edible?
The Pacific jellynose fish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Ateleopus
More from the family Ateleopodidae
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