Giant Oarfish
NameGiant Oarfish
Scientific NameRegalecus glesne
Common NamesGiant Oarfish, King of Herrings, Ribbonfish
FamilyRegalecidae
OriginGlobal deep oceans, Pelagic
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Max Size (Inches)672
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)39-50
pH Range7.8-8.4
Description
The Giant Oarfish is a fascinating deep-sea fish known for its elongated, ribbon-like body and distinctive red dorsal fin. It is the longest bony fish in the world, inhabiting the mesopelagic and bathypelagic zones of all temperate to tropical oceans. Due to its extreme size, deep-sea habitat, and specialized requirements, this species is not suitable for aquarium keeping.
