Aquaria
Smalltooth Bristlemouth

Smalltooth Bristlemouth

NameSmalltooth Bristlemouth
Scientific NameCyclothone microdon
Common NamesSmalltooth Bristlemouth, Veiled Anglemouth
FamilyGonostomatidae
OriginDeep Ocean, Cosmopolitan
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Max Size (Inches)3
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)36-41
pH Range7.8-8.3

Description

The Smalltooth Bristlemouth (*Cyclothone microdon*) is a deep-sea fish, one of the most abundant vertebrates globally. It inhabits the mesopelagic and bathypelagic zones of temperate and tropical oceans. This species is not suitable for home aquariums due to its extreme environmental requirements.

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