The slender ribbonfish is an elongated, deep-sea fish known for its thin, ribbon-like body and silvery sheen. Typically reaching lengths of up to 80 inches and weighing around 10 pounds, it inhabits mesopelagic zones. Its diet consists mainly of small fish and plankton. This elusive species exhibits solitary behavior and is rarely observed near the surface. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Slender ribbonfish
Atlantic Ocean via Outer Banks, NC
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