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Antimora rostrata, commonly known as the blue antimora or longfin codling, is a species of morid cod in the family Moridae found in deep waters of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian oceans. Adults typically inhabit depths of roughly three hundred fifty to three thousand meters along continental slopes and rises, making it one of the more abundant benthopelagic fishes of the bathyal zone. The species has an elongated body, a pointed snout, and dark bluish coloration. It feeds on benthic invertebrates and smaller fish and is encountered as bycatch in deep-water trawl fisheries.
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What is the blue antimora?
The blue antimora is Antimora rostrata, a deep-sea fish in the cod family Moridae. It is also called the longfin codling.
Where does the blue antimora live?
Antimora rostrata occurs in deep waters of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian oceans. Adults are commonly associated with continental slopes and other deep-sea habitats.
How deep can blue antimora be found?
The species has been recorded from roughly 350 meters down to about 3,000 meters. It is therefore adapted to deep ocean conditions rather than shallow coastal water.
Is the blue antimora related to cod?
Yes, it is a morid cod in the family Moridae, so it is related to true cod but belongs to a different group. Its deep-sea lifestyle and long fins distinguish it from familiar shallow-water cod species.
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