Humpback Whiptail
NameHumpback Whiptail
Scientific NameCoryphaenoides leptolepis
Common NamesHumpback Whiptail, Slender Grenadier, Slender Whiptail
FamilyMacrouridae
OriginDeep-sea, North Atlantic Ocean, North Pacific Ocean, Southern Ocean
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Max Size (Inches)23.6
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)34-39
pH Range7.8-8.2
Compatible SpeciesNone
Description
The Humpback Whiptail is a deep-sea grenadier characterized by its elongated, tapering body and large head with prominent eyes. It inhabits cold, abyssal waters across various oceans, feeding on small invertebrates and fish. This species is not suitable for home aquariums due to its specialized deep-sea habitat requirements.
