Pacific Viperfish
NamePacific Viperfish
Scientific NameChauliodus macouni
Common NamesPacific Viperfish, Longfang Viperfish
FamilyStomiidae
OriginPacific Ocean, Deep Sea
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000000
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)34-39
pH Range7.8-8.1
Description
The Pacific Viperfish is a fearsome deep-sea predator known for its disproportionately large mouth, needle-like fangs, and rows of light-producing organs (photophores). It inhabits the mesopelagic and bathypelagic zones of the Pacific Ocean, where it ambushes prey in the perpetual darkness. This species is impossible to keep in a home aquarium due to its extreme deep-sea habitat requirements.
