Russell's Oarfish
NameRussell's Oarfish
Scientific NameRegalecus russelii
Common NamesRussell's Oarfish, Streamer fish
FamilyRegalecidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Deep-sea (tropical and temperate oceans worldwide)
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Max Size (Inches)212
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)34-40
pH Range7.8-8.2
Description
Russell's Oarfish is a large, elongated deep-sea fish characterized by its ribbon-like body and long, red dorsal fin. Rarely observed alive at the surface, it typically appears only when sick, dying, or after severe weather events. This species is entirely unsuitable for home aquariums due to its immense size and specialized deep-sea habitat requirements.
