Japanese grenadier [Hymenocephalus japonicus]
Description
The Japanese grenadier is a species of rattail that is native to the western Pacific Ocean around Japan. It inhabits deep-sea bottoms and prefers muddy substrates. This species is known for its small size, only growing to a length of 15 centimeters.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
|
| Order |
Cod-like Fishes
Gadiformes
|
| Family |
Grenadiers or Rattails
Macrouridae
|
| Genus |
Hymenocephalus
Hymenocephalus
|