Largescale Neoscopelid
NameLargescale Neoscopelid
Scientific NameNeoscopelus macrolepidotus
Common NamesLargescale Neoscopelid, Largescale lanternfish
FamilyNeoscopelidae
OriginAtlantic Ocean, Indian Ocean, Pacific Ocean, Deep Sea
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)35-50
pH Range7.8-8.1
Description
The Largescale Neoscopelid is a deep-sea marine fish, not suitable for home aquariums due to its specialized habitat requirements. It inhabits the mesopelagic and bathypelagic zones of tropical and subtropical oceans worldwide. This species is a predator, feeding on smaller organisms in its dark, cold environment.
