An accurate illustration of a Spiky Oreodory,Neocyttus rhomboiddalis shown in profile against a white background with its large head and large eyes.
An accurate illustration of a Spiky Oreodory,Neocyttus rhomboiddalis shown in profile against a white background with its large head and large eyes.
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Spiky Oreodory,Neocyttus rhomboidalis

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Description

Reference

IB1295

Category

Fishes

Family Name

Oreo Dories - OREOSOMATIDAE

Common Name

Spiky Oreodory

Scientific Name

Neocyttus rhomboidalis

Artist Name

Roger Swainston

Notes

Oreodories are very slow growing and are reported to live to over 100 years of age, making them extremely vulnerable to overfishing.
They are usually found near seamounts or rocky, deepwater reefs.

Source : Swainston’s Fishes of Australia

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