Image Bank - Fishes
Hammerjaw
Reference |
IB1061 |
Category |
Fishes |
Family Name |
Lancetfishes/Hammerjaws - ALEPISAURIDAE |
Common Name |
Hammerjaw |
Scientific Name |
Omosudis lowii |
Artist Name |
Roger Swainston |
Notes |
Lancetfishes are among the larges pelagic predators in deep water, the largest member, the Longnose Lancetfish can reach up to 2 m in length, the Hammerjaw is much smaller, growing to about 20 cm in length and is found worldwide. It feeds mainly on squids and is capable of swallowing prey larger than itself. Source : Swainston’s Fishes of Australia |